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Nomad Score: 60%

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost & Affordability

๐Ÿ’ธ Cost of Living
41% Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to other Irish cities, but cheaper than Dublin; everyday expenses are manageable but not low-cost.
๐Ÿ  Accommodation Cost
37% Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the higher side due to limited supply, though more affordable than Dublin and Cork.
๐ŸŽ Food & Groceries
52% Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Ireland; local markets offer some cost savings.
๐ŸšŒ Transportation Cost
63% Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; many rely on cars or cycling.
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Entertainment Cost
50% Weight: 15
Moderate prices for dining out and cultural activities; fewer options than larger cities.
๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
60% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several local gyms available.
๐Ÿ’ฑ Currency Stability
95% Weight: 30
Euro is stable with strong backing from the EU economy.

๐Ÿ’ป Digital Nomad Essentials

๐Ÿš€ Internet Speed
78% Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds averaging 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
55% Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist but limited compared to major cities.
โ˜• Cafes with WiFi
67% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer reliable WiFi, suitable for casual work.
๐Ÿ’ปโ˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a widespread trend yet.
๐ŸŒŸ Digital Nomad Popularity
32% Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
๐Ÿ“ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
87% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.

๐ŸŒŸ Quality of Life

โš–๏ธ Work-Life Balance
84% Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with a relaxed lifestyle.
๐ŸŒณ Environmental Quality
79% Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green initiatives.
๐Ÿงผ Cleanliness
75% Weight: 10
Generally clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
๐Ÿ—จ๏ธ Language Barrier
98% Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier for English speakers.
๐Ÿ’จ Air Quality
81% Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal location.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Family Friendly
70% Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities; quieter city environment.

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare

๐Ÿฅ Healthcare Quality
87% Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though some wait times exist.
๐Ÿ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
60% Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free or low-cost for residents; private care can be expensive.
๐Ÿฅ Healthcare
83% Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good facilities.

๐ŸŒฟ Climate & Environment

โ˜€๏ธ Weather
31% Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; lacks consistent sunshine.
๐ŸŒช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
96% Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
๐Ÿž๏ธ Green Spaces
74% Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby countryside offer good green space access.
โ„๏ธ Air Conditioning
20% Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; most buildings lack AC.
๐Ÿ‚ Seasonal Variety
65% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; limited extremes in temperature.
๐Ÿ”Š Noise Pollution
78% Weight: 10
Low noise levels, especially outside city center.

๐ŸŽญ Culture & Entertainment

๐ŸŽญ Culture
78% Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with festivals and museums.
๐ŸŒƒ Nightlife
50% Weight: 15
Modest nightlife options, more subdued than larger Irish cities.
๐Ÿž๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
80% Weight: 15
Access to coastal walks, countryside, and outdoor activities nearby.
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
62% Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but good for English learners.
๐Ÿงญ Local Experiences & Tours
68% Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, though not extensive.
๐ŸŽณ Indoors Fun
55% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and some cultural venues.

๐ŸŽ Food & Fitness

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Scene
60% Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food with some international options.
๐Ÿง  Yoga Studios
54% Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available but not widespread.
๐Ÿ‹๏ธ Fitness Facilities
61% Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports clubs, though fewer specialized facilities.
๐Ÿฅ— Healthy Food Options
63% Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores.

๐Ÿ’ผ Work Environment

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
79% Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and North American remote work.
๐Ÿค Networking Opportunities
45% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
๐Ÿ’ป Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Local job market limited; better for remote work from international companies.
๐Ÿ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
48% Weight: 20
Small freelance community; not a major hub.
๐Ÿข Coworking Quality
57% Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces but limited in number and amenities.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Business & Economy

๐Ÿš€ Startup Scene
42% Weight: 15
Small startup ecosystem compared to Dublin or Cork.
๐Ÿ’ณ Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common payment apps supported.
๐Ÿ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50% Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no major hubs or events.

๐Ÿš† Transportation

โœˆ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
55% Weight: 30
Waterford Airport has limited flights; nearest major airports are Cork and Dublin.
๐Ÿš‡ Public Transit
43% Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no rail connections directly from Waterford.
๐Ÿšถ Walkability
72% Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
๐Ÿš— Ride-sharing Services
40% Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber.
๐Ÿšฒ Cycling
65% Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
๐Ÿš„ Intercity Travel Options
50% Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; no direct train service.
๐Ÿ›ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38% Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rentals available.

๐Ÿ“ก Connectivity

๐Ÿ“ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80% Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
๐Ÿ”’ VPN Reliability
90% Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
โšก Power Grid Reliability
85% Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
๐Ÿ“ถ Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but not widespread.

โš–๏ธ Legal & Administrative

๐Ÿ›‚ Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Ireland has standard visa processes; no specific digital nomad visa.
๐Ÿ“Š Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly optimized for freelancers or nomads.
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
97% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Political Stability
94% Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
๐Ÿฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
65% Weight: 15
Standard procedures; can be bureaucratic for non-residents.
๐Ÿ“„ Ease of Business Registration
70% Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
๐Ÿ“„โœˆ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.

๐ŸŒ Digital Nomad Community

๐ŸŒ Nomad Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
๐Ÿค Nomad Events & Meetups
35% Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Online Community Presence
42% Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Waterford.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety
88% Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
โ™€๏ธ Female Friendly
85% Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
โœŠ Racial Tolerance
75% Weight: 50
Moderate diversity with generally tolerant attitudes.

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