Austin, United States 🇺🇸
#44
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Austin is relatively expensive compared to many US cities, driven by rapid growth and demand, but still cheaper than NYC or San Francisco.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices have surged significantly due to high demand; affordable options are limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Moderate prices with a good variety of grocery stores and affordable dining options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited, but ride-sharing and car rentals are moderately priced; many rely on cars.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
58%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with mid-range pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Average gym memberships cost around $30-$50 per month.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds often exceeding 300 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
89%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces with modern amenities spread across the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
83%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular among remote workers with power outlets and good ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
79%
Weight: 100
Austin is increasingly popular among digital nomads due to tech scene and lifestyle.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with many outdoor and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality with some pollution issues during summer; green initiatives ongoing.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban environment with regular city maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
59%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor during summer due to ozone and traffic pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; family-friendly neighborhoods available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
86%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
31%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for uninsured nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional severe storms; low earthquake risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and outdoor recreational areas available within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
91%
Weight: 15
Almost all buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
54%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and mild winters; limited autumn and spring variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Downtown areas can be noisy due to nightlife and traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
82%
Weight: 20
Vibrant cultural scene with music, arts, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
87%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with many bars, live music venues, and late-night eateries.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to lakes, hiking trails, and outdoor activities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities through cultural events.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, food experiences, and cultural events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
73%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
86%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene with many local and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
79%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios with a variety of styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
81%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
84%
Weight: 15
Many restaurants and stores offer organic and health-conscious choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for working with both US coasts but less ideal for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
88%
Weight: 25
Strong tech and startup community with frequent networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
76%
Weight: 20
Good availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and creative sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
74%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community supported by coworking spaces and meetups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
89%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities and good community.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
90%
Weight: 15
One of the fastest-growing startup hubs in the US with strong investor presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, though some reliance on traditional banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
69%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with active crypto communities and events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; city is car-dependent.
🚶 Walkability
57%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburban areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
86%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
64%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lanes but infrastructure still developing; hot weather can be a deterrent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on buses and flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
73%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available in central areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
89%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable but occasional outages during extreme weather.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
41%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
52%
Weight: 30
Texas has no state income tax, but federal taxes are high; complex tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
81%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment, though some local political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
63%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
77%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Friendly environment with good amenities but visa and cost issues limit ease.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
78%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for digital nomads and remote workers.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
79%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Austin-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Moderate crime rates; some neighborhoods safer than others.
♀️ Female Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
68%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity; some social challenges remain.