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Atlanta, United States πΊπΈ
#56
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Nomad Score:
62%
π° Cost & Affordability
πΈ Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to smaller US cities, but cheaper than NYC or San Francisco.
π Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high in popular neighborhoods, though more affordable options exist in suburbs.
π Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for a US metro area; dining out ranges from affordable to upscale.
π Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; many rely on cars, increasing transportation expenses.
ποΈ Entertainment Cost
57%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with moderate pricing.
ποΈ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many affordable chain options.
π± Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
π» Digital Nomad Essentials
π Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber availability, with average speeds around 150-200 Mbps.
π₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and midtown areas.
β Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi, especially in popular neighborhoods.
π»β Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes suitable for working, though not as abundant as some other US cities.
π Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Growing but still emerging digital nomad community.
π± Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
π Quality of Life
βοΈ Work-Life Balance
63%
Weight: 30
Generally balanced with access to parks and cultural activities.
π³ Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and traffic impact air quality; some green initiatives ongoing.
π§Ό Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies by neighborhood; downtown is moderately clean.
π¨οΈ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
π¨ Air Quality
47%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to traffic and industrial activity, especially in summer.
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; family-friendly neighborhoods available.
π₯ Healthcare
π₯ Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
π Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance.
π₯ Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare services but costly.
πΏ Climate & Environment
βοΈ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters; humid but generally sunny.
πͺοΈ Natural Disaster Risk
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of tornadoes and occasional hurricanes.
ποΈ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several large parks and green areas, including Piedmont Park.
βοΈ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widely available and reliable air conditioning in most buildings.
π Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and mild winters.
π Noise Pollution
49%
Weight: 10
Urban noise is common, especially downtown and near highways.
π Culture & Entertainment
π Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with music, art, and history.
π Nightlife
76%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
ποΈ Outdoors & Nature
64%
Weight: 15
Access to hiking trails and lakes nearby, but limited urban nature.
π£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools but some community classes available.
π§ Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours and local experiences.
π³ Indoors Fun
73%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities are plentiful.
π Food & Fitness
π½οΈ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options with strong Southern cuisine presence.
π§ Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available across the city.
ποΈ Fitness Facilities
72%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms and fitness centers.
π₯ Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
πΌ Work Environment
π°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for working with both US coasts and Europe.
π€ Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular meetups.
π» Remote Job Opportunities
68%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote-friendly companies.
π Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is developing with some support networks.
π’ Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
π Business & Economy
π Startup Scene
69%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment.
π³ Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
π Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche adoption.
π Transportation
βοΈ Airport Connectivity
84%
Weight: 30
Hartsfield-Jackson is a major international hub with extensive connections.
π Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited MARTA coverage; public transit not very comprehensive.
πΆ Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable in downtown and midtown; suburbs require car.
π Ride-sharing Services
87%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and affordable.
π² Cycling
48%
Weight: 10
Limited bike lanes and infrastructure; cycling not very popular.
π Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good highway connections; limited train services.
π΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals in central areas but limited coverage.
π‘ Connectivity
π± Mobile Network Coverage
86%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage citywide.
π VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with minimal restrictions.
β‘ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
πΆ Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but limited.
βοΈ Legal & Administrative
π Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
π Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High federal and state taxes; not very tax-friendly for freelancers.
π£οΈ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
ποΈ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional local tensions.
π¦ Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; moderate difficulty for foreigners.
π Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but can be bureaucratic.
πβοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
π Digital Nomad Community
π Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure is good but visa and cost are barriers.
π€ Nomad Events & Meetups
62%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events, mostly informal and growing.
ππ₯ Online Community Presence
67%
Weight: 20
Active online groups but smaller compared to major nomad hubs.
π‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance
π‘οΈ Safety
58%
Weight: 100
Varies by neighborhood; some areas have higher crime rates.
βοΈ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but caution advised in certain areas at night.
β Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Diverse population but some racial tensions persist.