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Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Dublin is one of the more expensive European cities, with high prices for daily expenses compared to many other digital nomad hubs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
24%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are very high due to housing shortages and demand, making accommodation a major expense.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average for Europe, with groceries and dining out being relatively costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but fares are moderately priced; monthly passes are affordable for regular commuters.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options such as pubs, theaters, and events are plentiful but tend to be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options available from budget to premium.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility, backed by the European Central Bank.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available, with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
85%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces throughout the city catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular with remote workers, though some can be crowded during peak hours.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
72%
Weight: 100
Growing community of digital nomads, especially from tech and startup sectors.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Irish culture values work-life balance with reasonable working hours and plenty of leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; efforts are ongoing to improve green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean though some busy areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most international nomads.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good but can be affected by traffic congestion in central areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, but high cost of living may be a challenge for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High standard of healthcare with well-equipped hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare is available but may have long wait times.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Good access to healthcare services, but private insurance is recommended for faster treatment.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; summers are cool and winters are damp and chilly.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within the city, including Phoenix Park, one of Europe's largest urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and many public places due to the mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; lacks extreme temperature changes or very hot summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
City center can be noisy due to traffic and nightlife; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant arts, music, and literary scenes.
🌃 Nightlife
76%
Weight: 15
Lively nightlife with numerous pubs, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to countryside and coastal areas within short travel distances.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Plenty of language schools and cultural exchange groups, especially for English learners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours and cultural experiences available, including historical and literary tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, theaters, and cinemas provide good indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Irish cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios and wellness centers catering to various styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor exercise areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic, vegan, and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and North American remote work overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
80%
Weight: 25
Strong tech and startup communities with frequent networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
75%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, especially in tech, finance, and creative sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
72%
Weight: 20
Active freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
83%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities and good community engagement.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
85%
Weight: 15
Vibrant startup ecosystem with strong government support and investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some startups and exchanges operating locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
84%
Weight: 30
Dublin Airport offers extensive international connections, especially to Europe and North America.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Good bus and tram network, though some areas lack coverage.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
City center is very walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options are available but can be limited by regulations.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is improving but still limited compared to other European cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Irish cities and towns.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike and e-scooter rental services available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city with growing 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with very rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not universally reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Ireland has strict visa policies; non-EU nationals may face challenges obtaining long-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; Ireland is attractive for businesses but personal taxes can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires proof of residence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to remote workers but visa and cost issues limit accessibility.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
73%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for digital nomads and remote workers.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
75%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Dublin-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates, though petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment with strong gender equality policies.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society though some reports of discrimination exist.