Limerick, Ireland 🇮🇪
#869
52.661252, -8.630123
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other Irish cities, but still higher than many European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can vary significantly based on location and type of accommodation.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average, with a good selection of local and international foods.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, with buses covering most areas of the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available at various price points, but can be pricey for events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds are available, especially in urban areas, with many providers offering fiber.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, catering to the growing remote work community.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making them suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, providing good environments for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Limerick is not a major hub for digital nomads, but the community is slowly growing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a relaxed pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
The city has green initiatives, but urban pollution can be an issue in some areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, though some areas could benefit from more attention.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable, though urban areas can experience some pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are of high quality, with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance, but public services are available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Weather is often rainy and cool, which may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas provide good recreational opportunities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not commonly used due to the temperate climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be quite dreary.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is decent, with pubs and bars, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beautiful countryside and natural landscapes for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning outside of English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, showcasing the city's history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, but some museums and galleries exist.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for working with Europe and North America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Networking opportunities exist but are limited compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities are growing but still limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is possible, but the ecosystem is not as developed as in bigger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are generally well-equipped and comfortable.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in Dublin or other major cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including contactless options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Local airport offers decent connectivity, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is reliable, though not as extensive as in larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
The city is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available but not as popular as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is developing, but not yet comprehensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via bus and train.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services are reliable and widely used.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Power grid is stable and reliable, with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are manageable for EU citizens, but can be complex for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Ireland has a favorable tax regime for businesses, but personal taxes can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Ireland is politically stable, contributing to a safe living environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is straightforward, but requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively easy, with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but other visa options exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks the infrastructure of larger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Growing online community, but still small compared to larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, contributing to a secure living environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Limerick is generally female-friendly, with a supportive community.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Increasing diversity and tolerance, though some challenges remain.