Nelson, New Zealand 🇳🇿
Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
65%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger cities, but still higher than some rural areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can be high for waterfront properties.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are fair, with a good selection of local produce and products.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but costs are low for local travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey for events and activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with various options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
New Zealand's currency is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
80%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds available, especially in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces available, but not as many as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads with good atmospheres.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
55%
Weight: 100
Growing interest among digital nomads, but still a niche market.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with beautiful natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
Generally clean and well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
90%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable, especially for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with a mix of sunny and rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to earthquakes, but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Not commonly used due to mild climate, but available in some places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons, offering a variety of outdoor activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local arts and events.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools, primarily focused on English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Many healthy food options available in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may be challenging for some remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still limited compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community, but not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are decent but can be limited in amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem compared to major tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment services available, including contactless options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Regional airport with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit options available, but not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Walkable city with good pedestrian access in urban areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Bike-friendly city with several cycling paths.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services available for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Rental options available for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available with good connectivity.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, generally favorable for residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account for residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is straightforward but can take time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Increasingly becoming more nomad-friendly with local initiatives.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Some online communities exist, but not very active.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and diverse community.