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Nomad Score: 54%

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost & Affordability

๐Ÿ’ธ Cost of Living
41% Weight: 150
Dingle is a small town in Ireland with moderate cost of living; more affordable than Dublin but still higher than many global digital nomad hubs.
๐Ÿ  Accommodation Cost
38% Weight: 80
Limited rental options with relatively high prices due to tourism demand and small market size.
๐ŸŽ Food & Groceries
50% Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced; local produce is available but imported goods can be expensive.
๐ŸšŒ Transportation Cost
62% Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; most rely on cars, but fuel and taxi costs are average for Ireland.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Entertainment Cost
55% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; pubs and local events are the main attractions.
๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
47% Weight: 10
Few gyms available with membership costs slightly above average for rural Ireland.
๐Ÿ’ฑ Currency Stability
94% Weight: 30
Euro is stable and widely accepted with minimal fluctuations.

๐Ÿ’ป Digital Nomad Essentials

๐Ÿš€ Internet Speed
60% Weight: 100
Internet is generally reliable but speeds can be slower compared to urban centers; fiber is limited.
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
23% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small cafes or shared offices.
โ˜• Cafes with WiFi
65% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
๐Ÿ’ปโ˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50% Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for work but seating and power outlets are limited.
๐ŸŒŸ Digital Nomad Popularity
18% Weight: 100
Dingle is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very few nomads present.
๐Ÿ“ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
85% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.

๐ŸŒŸ Quality of Life

โš–๏ธ Work-Life Balance
87% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community focus and natural surroundings promoting balance.
๐ŸŒณ Environmental Quality
91% Weight: 15
Clean air and water with beautiful natural landscapes and low pollution.
๐Ÿงผ Cleanliness
89% Weight: 10
Town is well-maintained and clean, typical of small Irish towns.
๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ Language Barrier
98% Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
๐Ÿ’จ Air Quality
93% Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to rural location and low industrial activity.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Family Friendly
75% Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare Quality
75% Weight: 20
Good healthcare services available nearby, though specialized care requires travel to larger cities.
๐Ÿ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
52% Weight: 25
Healthcare can be costly without insurance; public healthcare is accessible but may have waiting times.
๐Ÿฅ Healthcare
70% Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure with access to emergency and primary care.

๐ŸŒฟ Climate & Environment

โ˜€๏ธ Weather
34% Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; summers are cool and winters damp, not ideal for sun lovers.
๐ŸŒช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
97% Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
๐Ÿž๏ธ Green Spaces
95% Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and proximity to nature, including coastal and rural landscapes.
โ„๏ธ Air Conditioning
21% Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; most buildings lack air conditioning.
๐Ÿ‚ Seasonal Variety
68% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; less extreme temperature swings compared to continental climates.
๐Ÿ”Š Noise Pollution
88% Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and rural setting.

๐ŸŽญ Culture & Entertainment

๐ŸŽญ Culture
84% Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with music, festivals, and local traditions.
๐ŸŒƒ Nightlife
40% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly pubs with live music, no clubs or late-night venues.
๐Ÿž๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
96% Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, coastal walks, and outdoor activities.
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
45% Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunities to learn Irish Gaelic informally.
๐Ÿงญ Local Experiences & Tours
78% Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially nature and cultural experiences.
๐ŸŽณ Indoors Fun
37% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly pubs and small cultural centers.

๐ŸŽ Food & Fitness

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Scene
60% Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food with some international options; seafood is a highlight.
๐Ÿง  Yoga Studios
32% Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios; mostly small local classes.
๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Fitness Facilities
40% Weight: 15
Few gyms and fitness centers; limited variety of classes.
๐Ÿฅ— Healthy Food Options
63% Weight: 15
Availability of fresh local produce and seafood supports healthy eating.

๐Ÿ’ผ Work Environment

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
75% Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and some American clients but less so for Asia-Pacific.
๐Ÿค Networking Opportunities
25% Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
๐Ÿ’ป Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
๐Ÿ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
28% Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; nomads rely on online platforms.
๐Ÿข Coworking Quality
20% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to urban centers.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Business & Economy

๐Ÿš€ Startup Scene
15% Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem in Dingle; startups concentrated in Dublin and Cork.
๐Ÿ’ณ Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; contactless and mobile payments common.
๐Ÿ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest but no significant infrastructure.

๐Ÿš† Transportation

โœˆ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
33% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Kerry Airport (~45 mins away) with limited international flights.
๐Ÿš‡ Public Transit
30% Weight: 20
Sparse bus services; no train connections; car is primary transport.
๐Ÿšถ Walkability
78% Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
๐Ÿš— Ride-sharing Services
20% Weight: 15
Limited or no Uber/Lyft services; taxis available but costly.
๐Ÿšฒ Cycling
55% Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
๐Ÿš„ Intercity Travel Options
40% Weight: 15
Limited bus connections to larger cities; no train station.
๐Ÿ›ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30% Weight: 10
Few bike rental options; no electric scooter rentals.

๐Ÿ“ก Connectivity

๐Ÿ“ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G limited or unavailable.
๐Ÿ”’ VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with stable internet connections.
โšก Power Grid Reliability
87% Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
๐Ÿ“ถ Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but not widespread.

โš–๏ธ Legal & Administrative

๐Ÿ›‚ Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Ireland has straightforward visa policies for EU citizens; non-EU nationals face moderate requirements.
๐Ÿ“Š Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Ireland has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
96% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Political Stability
92% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
๐Ÿฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
50% Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
๐Ÿ“„ Ease of Business Registration
65% Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but requires paperwork and time.
๐Ÿ“„โœˆ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Ireland as of 2025.

๐ŸŒ Digital Nomad Community

๐ŸŒ Nomad Friendly
35% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for tourists.
๐Ÿค Nomad Events & Meetups
20% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Online Community Presence
35% Weight: 20
Small online presence for Dingle digital nomads; more active in larger Irish cities.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety
89% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates typical of small towns.
โ™€๏ธ Female Friendly
80% Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers and nomads.
โœŠ Racial Tolerance
70% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than urban centers; occasional cultural insensitivity.

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