Sligo, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to other Irish towns; cheaper than Dublin but still above average for Ireland.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for a small town, with limited affordable options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Ireland; local markets offer some affordable fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; many rely on cars or bicycles.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but reasonably priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with moderate membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Euro is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds averaging 50-100 Mbps; some rural areas slower.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited options compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer reliable WiFi suitable for work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution and access to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Town is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family-oriented community.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
76%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare services, though specialized care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free or low cost; private care can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
73%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare system with good facilities in the region.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cool and rainy climate with frequent overcast days; mild summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, coastal areas, and countryside nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; limited AC availability.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers mild.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Quiet town with low noise levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich Irish cultural heritage with music, arts, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly pubs and small venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, surfing, and scenic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal Irish language exposure possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours focusing on nature and heritage.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Good local pubs and restaurants with traditional Irish cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; small but growing community.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and North American connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs sourced online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
42%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most startups located in Dublin.
💳 Local Payment Services
71%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common payment apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; no major hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
54%
Weight: 30
Sligo Airport is small; nearest major airport is in Dublin (~3 hours away).
🚇 Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no train station in town.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
Compact town center easy to navigate on foot.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular with some dedicated paths but hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus connections available but infrequent; no direct train.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout limited but improving.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but limited.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
EU citizens have free access; others require standard Irish visa procedures.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Ireland has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier for EU citizens.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Ireland.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Sligo.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity with generally tolerant attitudes.