Baltimore, United States 🇺🇸
#59
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other US cities; cheaper than NYC or San Francisco but more expensive than smaller cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
43%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising; affordable options exist outside downtown.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and diverse food options; some specialty items can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable; rideshares and taxis moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
58%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied with moderate pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Average gym memberships cost less than major metro areas like NYC.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 150 Mbps; some areas have fiber.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and midtown areas, but less dense than larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, especially in popular neighborhoods.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Baltimore is not a top destination for digital nomads compared to other US cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to urban amenities and nearby nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and industrial areas affect environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Some neighborhoods are clean, but others suffer from litter and urban decay.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no significant barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to traffic and industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks but some safety concerns in parts of the city.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Several reputable hospitals and healthcare facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance; US healthcare system is expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare but expensive and complex to navigate.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
63%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional hurricanes and flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and waterfront areas, but limited compared to greener cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with colorful autumns and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Urban noise common in downtown and industrial areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich history, arts, music scene, and diverse cultural offerings.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars and live music but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
63%
Weight: 15
Access to Chesapeake Bay, parks, and trails nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited compared to larger metropolitan areas but some language schools available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, food, and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor attractions available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Known for seafood and diverse culinary options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not a large wellness hub.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Growing number of health-conscious restaurants and markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is convenient for communication with Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Some networking events but smaller tech/startup community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; many residents commute to DC or Baltimore-based companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
52%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance opportunities; not a major freelance hub.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces but fewer amenities than larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but smaller scale compared to major hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard US payment infrastructure with wide acceptance of cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but no major crypto hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Baltimore/Washington International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus and light rail available but limited coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburban areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes but infrastructure is limited and inconsistent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to DC, Philadelphia, and NYC.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals but limited compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
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
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots outside cafes and libraries.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
38%
Weight: 30
High federal and state taxes; Maryland has relatively high income tax rates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment but some local unrest occasionally.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; online registration available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Baltimore.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Higher crime rates in certain neighborhoods; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but some areas require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing social challenges.