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Asheville, United States 🇺🇸
#68
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living; more affordable than major US metros but higher than many smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are rising due to popularity; moderately expensive compared to national average.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries with good access to local markets and organic options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars but fuel and parking costs are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including music venues, theaters, and festivals.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices with several boutique and chain gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a stable and globally accepted currency.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds averaging 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
71%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces catering to freelancers and remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes welcoming to remote workers with power outlets and good ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with emphasis on outdoor activities and relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with strong environmental protections and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban areas with good waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional issues during wildfire season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family activities; safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities available, though access can be costly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
34%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for some.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Good access to healthcare services but affordability is a concern.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
68%
Weight: 80
Mild four-season climate with warm summers and cool winters; some rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
73%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and winter storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
91%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, forests, and outdoor recreational areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public spaces have air conditioning, but not always central.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
83%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with colorful autumns and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution outside downtown.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich arts scene, music, and local crafts with a strong community vibe.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and live music, but quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to mountains, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools focused on English; less diversity in language learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, craft workshops, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with farm-to-table restaurants and local breweries.
🧠 Yoga Studios
74%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering a variety of classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
80%
Weight: 15
Strong availability of organic, vegan, and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone; convenient for US and some European time overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Growing community events and meetups for entrepreneurs and creatives.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most opportunities come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with some support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
73%
Weight: 30
Well-maintained coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
57%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but smaller compared to major tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption but accessible through online platforms.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Regional airport with connections to major hubs; limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very frequent.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable; suburban areas require a car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
78%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but cycling infrastructure is moderate.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Limited train service; mostly reliant on buses and car travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Few scooter or bike rental services compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
US tax system is complex and can be burdensome for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but some national political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and US presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; can be navigated with some effort and legal help.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but visa and cost issues remain.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than in larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
67%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for Asheville digital nomads and creatives.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
72%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with some areas requiring caution at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Supportive community and relatively safe environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social challenges persist.