Nomad Score: 59%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
62% Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, with some expenses higher than average for rural areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55% Weight: 80
Accommodation can be pricey for a small town, especially during tourist season.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68% Weight: 40
Good variety of local produce and restaurants, but prices can be higher than in urban centers.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70% Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but costs are reasonable for local travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, but local events are often affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60% Weight: 10
Few gyms available, with average membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
85% Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
75% Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, though rural areas may experience slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most work is done remotely or in cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, making them suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65% Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; fewer networking opportunities.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong emphasis on leisure and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85% Weight: 15
Clean air and beautiful landscapes contribute to high environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
80% Weight: 10
Generally clean, with regular maintenance of public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75% Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but some locals may prefer Irish.
💨 Air Quality
85% Weight: 15
Good air quality, especially compared to urban centers.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
75% Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, though limited in rural areas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60% Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance, but public services are available.
🏥 Healthcare
78% Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities, though waiting times may vary.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
40% Weight: 80
Cool and often rainy, which may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90% Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and scenic coastal areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to the mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60% Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be quite wet.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
75% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and music events.
🌃 Nightlife
45% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily pubs and small venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95% Weight: 15
Stunning landscapes and outdoor activities available year-round.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Irish, but not widely pursued.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70% Weight: 10
Various local tours available, showcasing the area's natural beauty.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40% Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; most attractions are outdoors.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
70% Weight: 25
Growing food scene with emphasis on local seafood and produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50% Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but options are limited.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55% Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as diverse as larger cities.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60% Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for European and US markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40% Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35% Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem; most work is done remotely.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30% Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is low due to limited availability.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
25% Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Standard payment services available, but less tech-driven than urban areas.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20% Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
50% Weight: 30
Limited airport connectivity; nearest major airport is some distance away.
🚇 Public Transit
40% Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on personal vehicles is common.
🚶 Walkability
75% Weight: 20
Dingle is walkable, with most amenities within a short distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20% Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are limited.
🚲 Cycling
60% Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not well-developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40% Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; buses are available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35% Weight: 10
Few options for scooter or bike rentals.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage, though rural areas may have weaker signals.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80% Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available for secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85% Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and some public areas.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward for EU citizens; others may face challenges.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; favorable for some business structures.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech in Ireland.
🏛️ Political Stability
85% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55% Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60% Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward, but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; general visa options apply.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Not particularly nomad-friendly due to limited resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25% Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30% 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
Welcoming environment for women, with strong community support.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, though rural areas may be less diverse.