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Derry, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Dublin and other major Irish cities, but higher than many Eastern European or Asian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to limited supply; cheaper than Dublin but still significant for budget nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are reasonably priced, with local markets offering good value.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with bus services; limited rail connectivity but costs are manageable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but somewhat limited; prices are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several local gyms and fitness centers.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable with low volatility, providing financial predictability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 4G coverage; fiber-optic available in parts of the city.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
57%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but some quality options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
63%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are digital nomad friendly with power outlets and good seating, but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; relatively low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed pace of life and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
74%
Weight: 25
Good amenities and safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, consistent with Irish standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
51%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare has waiting times.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
34%
Weight: 80
Cool and rainy climate with frequent overcast days; not ideal for sun lovers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare due to cool climate; may be uncomfortable during occasional warm spells.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
67%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers are mild with limited extremes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with music, festivals, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
53%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with pubs and some live music but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, and coastal areas nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but English immersion is easy.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local cultural tours and experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options are limited but include museums and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good local and traditional Irish food options; limited international cuisine variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
54%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce and health-conscious eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and some American time overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
46%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not very active locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
59%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
43%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and less developed than in Dublin or Cork.
💳 Local Payment Services
71%
Weight: 10
Good availability of banking and payment services, including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
City served by City of Derry Airport with limited flights; nearest major airport is Belfast or Dublin.
🚇 Public Transit
64%
Weight: 20
Bus services are available but limited in frequency and coverage.
🚶 Walkability
77%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with good walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
49%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing options like Uber are limited or unavailable; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive; weather can be a deterrent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Limited rail connections; bus services connect to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Few scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout is limited but progressing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces and cafes but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Ireland has standard visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate but can be complex for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
94%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but requires some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Ireland as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
47%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads based in Derry.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some diversity but less cosmopolitan than larger cities.