💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Italian cities; more affordable than Rome or Milan but pricier than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but rising due to increasing popularity; options vary from apartments to shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at fair prices; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with buses and regional trains; taxis are more expensive but used less frequently.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cinemas, bars, and cultural events are moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym fees are average for Italy, with several options available in the city.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Euro is stable with low inflation, providing reliable currency value.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 4G/5G coverage; fiber-optic available in many parts of the city.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Limited but growing number of coworking spaces; not as abundant as in larger Italian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall still developing in this niche.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads yet, but slowly gaining attention.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on leisure and social time; typical Italian work culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with good air quality and access to natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces, though some areas require improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Italian is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and moderate traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quieter city suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Good public healthcare system with accessible hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are more expensive but available.
🏥 Healthcare
81%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare services with well-trained professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; some humidity near the coast.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and floods; occasional storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and beach areas available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters; less extreme than northern Italy.
🔊 Noise Pollution
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger urban centers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Italian cultural heritage with festivals, museums, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains nearby, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
61%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Italian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good range of local tours, especially related to food, history, and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
57%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
82%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Italian dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
51%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; niche market.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Abundance of fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for working with Europe and some overlap with the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but not well established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but lack some amenities found in larger hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
43%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to major Italian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
66%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local banking and payment services; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Low to moderate adoption; niche community present but small.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Pescara Airport offers regional flights; major international airports nearby but require travel.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Bus network covers the city well; limited rail connections.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing options like Uber are limited; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive; coastal routes popular.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to nearby cities and regions.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
79%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services widely accessible and commonly used.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread or very fast.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Standard Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa for Italy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
Italy has relatively high taxes and complex regulations for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as part of EU and Italian law.
🏛️ Political Stability
73%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with occasional political shifts.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires residency or local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
48%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Italy as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to top nomad cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Pescara digital nomads; mostly small groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; occasional issues but generally accepting.