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Charleston, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Charleston is moderately expensive compared to many US cities, with higher costs in housing and dining.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are above the national average, especially in popular neighborhoods near downtown.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are somewhat pricey but offer good quality and variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited but affordable; many rely on cars, increasing overall transport costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate costs for entertainment options like theaters, museums, and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is highly stable with minimal fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than major tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a top digital nomad hotspot but gaining some traction due to lifestyle appeal.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on lifestyle, with access to beaches and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but occasional humidity and coastal weather impact.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained with clean streets and public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no significant language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good but occasional issues due to humidity and traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family activities; safe neighborhoods available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
78%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities with several reputable hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance, typical of the US system.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is good but expensive.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm and sunny most of the year with mild winters, though humid summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk is moderate to high during season, requiring preparedness.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to beaches provide ample green and outdoor spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widely available and necessary due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
62%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and mild winters, limited autumn colors.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; downtown can be busy but residential areas quieter.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural scene with museums, festivals, and southern charm.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and live music but not a major party city.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, parks, and waterways for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools focused on English; less diversity in language learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of historical tours, culinary experiences, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Strong southern cuisine presence with growing diversity and quality.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios with varied styles and good community presence.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
72%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-conscious eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is convenient for North American and some European connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major tech hubs but some local business and creative communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market is moderate; remote opportunities depend on industry.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than larger metropolitan areas.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but not a major hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no significant local blockchain industry presence.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Charleston International Airport offers decent domestic connections; limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very convenient for most commuters.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable, but suburbs and outskirts require a car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited rail options; mostly reliant on car or bus for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter rentals; some bike rentals in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services widely accessible with no restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Generally stable but occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is strict and time-consuming for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes and complex filing for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment but some local political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires US presence and documentation; moderate difficulty for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; good lifestyle but bureaucratic challenges.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; some tech and freelancer meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Limited online nomad community specifically for Charleston.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Mixed history; improving but some social tensions remain.