Boise, United States 🇺🇸
#65
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major US cities, but higher than many smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
53%
Weight: 80
Rental prices have increased significantly in recent years due to population growth.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and dining options, with a good mix of affordable and mid-range choices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited but affordable; most rely on cars, which adds to costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with many free or low-cost outdoor activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices, with several affordable options available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
US Dollar is one of the most stable and widely accepted currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber internet widely available with speeds suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Boise, growing steadily with the remote work trend.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and quiet spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Boise is emerging as a digital nomad destination but still less popular than coastal cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with access to outdoor activities and community events.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality, with ongoing efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with active community involvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Generally good, though occasional wildfire smoke can affect air quality seasonally.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
81%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available in Boise.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
54%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high compared to many countries, typical of the US system.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is good, but insurance is necessary and can be costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
73%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters; generally sunny with moderate precipitation.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional wildfires and winter storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, trails, and access to nature within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most buildings have air conditioning, though summers are warm but not extreme.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
80%
Weight: 10
Clear seasonal changes with snowy winters and warm summers, appealing to many.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
71%
Weight: 20
Growing arts and cultural scene with festivals, galleries, and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options with bars and live music, but quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, biking, rivers, and mountains nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but some community classes and meetups available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours and experiences focused on nature and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited compared to big cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse and growing food scene with local farms influencing fresh options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering a range of classes and styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Many organic markets, health food stores, and restaurants with healthy menus.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Mountain Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts of the US.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
64%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community but smaller scale than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
68%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market with increasing opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is developing with some local support and events.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some accelerators and investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and banking apps common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption but growing interest among tech-savvy communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Boise Airport offers direct flights to major US hubs but limited international options.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very frequent, reliance on cars is high.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable but suburban areas require driving.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
72%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly trails.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
59%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on car or air travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
86%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city and suburbs.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax burden with state income tax and federal taxes.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with some national polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and cost challenges.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but smaller community compared to major cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Growing online presence for Boise digital nomads but still limited.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women, with active community support.
✊ Racial Tolerance
68%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial diversity with ongoing efforts toward inclusion.