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Dingle, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 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.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Limited rental options with relatively high prices due to tourism demand and small market size.
🍎 Food & Groceries
50%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced; local produce is available but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
62%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; most rely on cars, but fuel and taxi costs are average for Ireland.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; pubs and local events are the main attractions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
47%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with membership costs slightly above average for rural Ireland.
💱 Currency Stability
94%
Weight: 30
Euro is stable and widely accepted with minimal fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
60%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally reliable but speeds can be slower compared to urban centers; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small cafes or shared offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for work but seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Dingle is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very few nomads present.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community focus and natural surroundings promoting balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with beautiful natural landscapes and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
Town is well-maintained and clean, typical of small Irish towns.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to rural location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare services available nearby, though specialized care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
52%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be costly without insurance; public healthcare is accessible but may have waiting times.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure with access to emergency and primary care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
34%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; summers are cool and winters damp, not ideal for sun lovers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and proximity to nature, including coastal and rural landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; most buildings lack air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; less extreme temperature swings compared to continental climates.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly pubs with live music, no clubs or late-night venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, coastal walks, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunities to learn Irish Gaelic informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially nature and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
37%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly pubs and small cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food with some international options; seafood is a highlight.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios; mostly small local classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Few gyms and fitness centers; limited variety of classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh local produce and seafood supports healthy eating.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and some American clients but less so for Asia-Pacific.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; nomads rely on online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to urban centers.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem in Dingle; startups concentrated in Dublin and Cork.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; contactless and mobile payments common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest but no significant infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
33%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Kerry Airport (~45 mins away) with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Sparse bus services; no train connections; car is primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Limited or no Uber/Lyft services; taxis available but costly.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus connections to larger cities; no train station.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Few bike rental options; no electric scooter rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G limited or unavailable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Ireland has straightforward visa policies for EU citizens; non-EU nationals face moderate requirements.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Ireland has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
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 paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Ireland as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for tourists.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Dingle digital nomads; more active in larger Irish cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates typical of small towns.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than urban centers; occasional cultural insensitivity.