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Waterford, Ireland ๐ฎ๐ช
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Nomad Score:
60%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ 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.
๐ Accommodation Cost
37%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the higher side due to limited supply, though more affordable than Dublin and Cork.
๐ Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Ireland; local markets offer some cost savings.
๐ Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; many rely on cars or cycling.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for dining out and cultural activities; fewer options than larger cities.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several local gyms available.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro is stable with strong backing from the EU economy.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds averaging 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
๐ฅ 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.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a widespread trend yet.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with a relaxed lifestyle.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green initiatives.
๐งผ Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier for English speakers.
๐จ Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and coastal location.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities; quieter city environment.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
87%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though some wait times exist.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free or low-cost for residents; private care can be expensive.
๐ฅ Healthcare
83%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good facilities.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and overcast; lacks consistent sunshine.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
96%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
๐๏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.
๐ Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; limited extremes in temperature.
๐ Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels, especially outside city center.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with festivals and museums.
๐ Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife options, more subdued than larger Irish cities.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to coastal walks, countryside, and outdoor activities nearby.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but good for English learners.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, though not extensive.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and some cultural venues.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Irish food with some international options.
๐ง Yoga Studios
54%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available but not widespread.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports clubs, though fewer specialized facilities.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is favorable for European and North American remote work.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; better for remote work from international companies.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; not a major hub.
๐ข Coworking Quality
57%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces but limited in number and amenities.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Small startup ecosystem compared to Dublin or Cork.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common payment apps supported.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no major hubs or events.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Waterford Airport has limited flights; nearest major airports are Cork and Dublin.
๐ Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no rail connections directly from Waterford.
๐ถ Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber.
๐ฒ Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; no direct train service.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rentals available.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
๐ VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
โก Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but not widespread.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Ireland has standard visa processes; no specific digital nomad visa.
๐ Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly optimized for freelancers or nomads.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Standard procedures; can be bureaucratic for non-residents.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Waterford.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏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.
โ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity with generally tolerant attitudes.