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Limerick, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Limerick is moderately expensive compared to other Irish cities, with costs higher than many European cities but lower than Dublin.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high due to housing shortages, especially for short-term stays favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced, with a good mix of affordable and mid-range options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with bus services; however, limited rail options slightly reduce convenience.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues are moderately priced, with pubs and cultural events offering reasonable options.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are fairly priced, with several mid-range fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Irish cities like Dublin or Cork.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Limerick is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to Dublin or Galway.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Irish culture promotes a healthy work-life balance with ample leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Good air and water quality with green initiatives in place.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with occasional pollution spikes during colder months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family services; quieter city environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality public and private healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
51%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is accessible but private care can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is reliable with good emergency services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; summers are cool and winters damp.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby countryside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate; may be uncomfortable in rare warm spells.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
62%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild temperature swings and frequent rain.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with music, festivals, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with pubs and live music but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to scenic countryside, rivers, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn Irish culture and language.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, historical sites, and local events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with traditional Irish fare and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but fewer than in larger metropolitan areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and North American remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Smaller professional community limits networking compared to Dublin.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
61%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities than larger hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
57%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech companies and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payments and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious but improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Shannon Airport nearby with international flights; limited compared to Dublin.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Bus services are available but limited rail and no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Uber and local taxi apps operate but coverage is less extensive than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other Irish cities are available but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter rentals; bike rentals more common but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage with expanding 5G in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Ireland has straightforward visa policies but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
53%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; Ireland is attractive for corporations but personal taxes can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires proof of address; easier with local residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
54%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; lacks some infrastructure and community compared to major hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
42%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; mostly informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads specifically in Limerick.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Ireland is considered female-friendly with good social support and safety.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional incidents reported; improving diversity awareness.