Albuquerque, United States 🇺🇸
#72
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to other US cities, with moderate expenses for daily needs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can vary; more affordable than coastal metros.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; a good mix of affordable and mid-range dining options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited but inexpensive; car ownership is common and affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable with a variety of cultural and outdoor activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are generally affordable with many budget-friendly options.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
US Dollar is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband coverage with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a major hotspot for digital nomads, relatively low international nomad presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to outdoor activities and a slower pace than bigger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some urban pollution but access to nature nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban areas, though some neighborhoods vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate; occasional issues due to dust and vehicle emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family-oriented activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities with access to quality hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
31%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
73%
Weight: 20
High quality but costly healthcare system.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Dry, sunny climate with mild winters and hot summers; low humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of hurricanes and floods; some risk of wildfires and drought.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and access to nearby natural areas like Sandia Mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
84%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and accommodations have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four seasons present but winters are mild and dry; less seasonal variety than northern cities.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger metropolitan areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Southwestern culture with Native American and Hispanic influences.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with bars and live music but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, biking, and outdoor activities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn Spanish informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences focused on history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with unique Southwestern flavors and diverse dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as numerous as in bigger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers catering to various needs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Mountain Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts of the US.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major tech hubs but some local meetups and events exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; more reliant on national/global remote roles.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Smaller freelance community, fewer specialized resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces but less variety and amenities than larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
57%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but still small and developing.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of credit cards and mobile payments; standard US banking infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption and community; US regulations impact usage.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Albuquerque International Sunport offers good domestic connectivity and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very convenient for daily commuting.
🚶 Walkability
52%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable but overall city is car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
76%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails, but cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options exist but limited; car travel is most common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals in the city.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
88%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
US tax system is complex; New Mexico has moderate state taxes.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional local tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Requires US residency or SSN; challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but involves paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; lacks dedicated nomad infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Few nomad-specific events; small local community.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, but standard US urban precautions advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with some social challenges but generally tolerant.