Athlone, Ireland 🇮🇪
#2057
53.422843, -7.942589
Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Irish cities, but still higher than many European counterparts.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for a small town, but can be high for quality accommodations.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average, with a good selection of local and international foods.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but limited; most residents rely on cars.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available at reasonable prices, but fewer choices compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with decent facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds available, with fiber-optic connections in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; options are growing but still not extensive.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but not all are conducive to working for long hours.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean air and green spaces contribute to a high environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
The town is well-maintained and clean, with regular waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant green spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, with access to hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance, but public services are available.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare services, with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
45%
Weight: 80
Weather can be rainy and cold, particularly in winter months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common; summers can be uncomfortable without it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be harsh.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with historical sites, but less vibrant than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly pubs and a few bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Great access to outdoor activities, including hiking and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning outside of English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on pubs and cafes.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Decent food scene with local cuisine and some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not a strong presence.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as diverse as larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for working with Europe and North America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a hub for tech jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem; fewer clients and projects available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene; not a tech hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods are widely accepted, including cards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Decent connectivity to major cities, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but not extensive; reliance on cars is common.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
The town is walkable, with most amenities within a reasonable distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not fully developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via bus and train.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the town.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available for secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward for EU citizens; others may face challenges.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate; not particularly favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
High levels of freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account, especially for EU citizens.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; general visa options apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Not particularly nomad-friendly; fewer resources and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and accepting community.