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Boise, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major US cities, but higher than many international digital nomad hubs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices have increased recently due to demand, but still reasonable compared to coastal cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for the US, with good access to fresh produce and local markets.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars, which increases transportation costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
67%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including theaters, music venues, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
USD is a stable and widely accepted currency globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet with widespread fiber availability in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than in larger metropolitan areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Growing number of cafes catering to remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Boise is emerging as a digital nomad spot but still less popular than coastal cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Strong community focus on outdoor activities and balanced lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and access to clean natural environments.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good, though occasional wildfire smoke can affect air quality seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare facilities and services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
42%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high compared to many countries, typical of the US system.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is good, but insurance is necessary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
71%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters; generally sunny but winter can be snowy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional wildfires in the region.
🏞️ Green Spaces
86%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, trails, and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations have air conditioning, though summers are warm but not extreme.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
80%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with pleasant spring and fall, snowy winters, and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside downtown areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Growing arts and cultural scene with local festivals and events.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, more laid-back compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, biking, rivers, and mountains nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning options; mostly English-focused.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially outdoor and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited compared to large cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with growing farm-to-table and local cuisine presence.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios with a variety of classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Many organic markets and health-conscious restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Mountain Time Zone is convenient for US clients but less so for Europe or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with some networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; many residents work remotely for companies elsewhere.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is present but not as large or active as in bigger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some local support and investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; no major hubs but some local communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Boise Airport offers flights to major hubs but limited international direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; most rely on cars.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable, but suburban areas require a car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
72%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure with bike lanes and trails.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Limited train options; mostly reliant on car or air travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental services available; limited electric scooter options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN access with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax burden; Idaho state taxes apply in addition to federal taxes.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires US presence and documentation; moderate difficulty for foreigners.
📄 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
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but lacks specific nomad programs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but limited compared to major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Small but active online communities for Boise digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity; some challenges but generally tolerant community.