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Atlanta, United States 🇺🇸
#56
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other major US cities; more affordable than NYC or San Francisco but pricier than many smaller cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising, especially in popular neighborhoods; more affordable than coastal metros.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and dining options with a variety of affordable choices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited; many rely on cars, increasing overall transport costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with moderate pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with many chain and boutique options.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage in most urban areas; speeds generally reliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Midtown and Downtown, though less dense than some tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in more nomad-centric cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Not a top destination for digital nomads, but growing interest due to affordability and amenities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to parks and cultural activities; typical US work culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; urban pollution and traffic impact air and noise quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average with some areas better maintained than others.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities in many neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
81%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
34%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for uninsured nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with hot summers and mild winters; occasional humidity and thunderstorms.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of tornadoes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, including Piedmont Park and BeltLine trails.
❄️ Air Conditioning
92%
Weight: 15
Widespread air conditioning in homes, offices, and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and mild winters; less snow.
🔊 Noise Pollution
49%
Weight: 10
Urban noise common, especially near highways and nightlife districts.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with music, arts, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
74%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to parks and nearby natural areas, but limited mountain or beach proximity.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities due to diverse population.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, historical sites, and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with Southern cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios and wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Wide availability of gyms, fitness classes, and recreational centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic markets and healthy dining.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for working with both US coasts and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote-friendly jobs; more opportunities in tech and business sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Freelance community present but less concentrated than in major tech hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
69%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
91%
Weight: 30
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a major global hub with extensive connections.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited MARTA coverage; public transit not comprehensive.
🚶 Walkability
53%
Weight: 20
Walkable in some neighborhoods like Midtown and Downtown but generally car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lanes but cycling infrastructure still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
Weight: 15
Good highway access and bus services; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available in central areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some parks and public buildings but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often restrictive for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate to high taxes; complex tax regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but with some political polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without permanent residency or SSN.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business.
📄✈️ 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; infrastructure present but visa and cost issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
58%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events, mostly informal and growing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
64%
Weight: 20
Active online groups but less prominent than major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
57%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming but caution advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing social challenges.