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Athlone, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Irish cities; cheaper than Dublin but still higher than many European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; more affordable than Dublin but limited options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Ireland; eating out can be moderately priced with local pubs and cafes.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; car ownership common; local bus services are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; local pubs and cultural events offer good value.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several local gyms and fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
91%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable with strong backing from the EU economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds averaging 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities; a few options exist but not abundant.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a widespread culture yet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed lifestyle and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city with well-maintained public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities; safe and community-oriented.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though public system can have wait times.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
51%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be costly without insurance; private options are expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare infrastructure with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
34%
Weight: 80
Cool and rainy climate with frequent overcast days; mild summers but often damp.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
86%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare due to cool climate; not typically needed.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild summers and cool winters, but limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential and city areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with local festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local pubs and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, rivers, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Irish Gaelic exist but limited; English immersion is primary.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, though less touristy.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and community centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food with some international options; not very diverse.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios present but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone favorable for working with Europe and overlapping with US East Coast.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; more opportunities in larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but basic compared to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity; more vibrant scenes in Dublin and Cork.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; no major hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Dublin, about 1.5 hours away; regional airport limited.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options within Athlone; mostly bus services.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with walkable streets and amenities.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure improving but still limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to major cities like Dublin and Galway.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter rental services; bike rentals available but scarce.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public buildings but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Ireland has strict visa policies; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; Ireland is known for corporate tax benefits but personal tax can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Bank account opening can be bureaucratic and requires proof of residence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but some paperwork and fees involved.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Ireland as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for traditional expats.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events in Athlone.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on digital nomads in Athlone.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; good gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Ireland is becoming more diverse but some challenges remain.