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Cincinnati, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Cincinnati offers a relatively low cost of living compared to other major US cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with options ranging from affordable apartments to higher-end units in downtown areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are reasonably priced, with a variety of options from budget-friendly to upscale.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited; many rely on cars, which can increase transportation expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, including theaters, museums, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several chain gyms and boutique fitness centers.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The US dollar is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet with widespread fiber and cable availability in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, though not as prevalent as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Cincinnati is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot but is gaining attention for affordability.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a slower pace of life compared to bigger metropolitan areas.
🌳 Environmental Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some industrial pollution but improving.
🧼 Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban areas with some neighborhoods needing improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no significant language barriers for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate due to industrial activity and traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities with several reputable hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
45%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance, typical of the US healthcare system.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is good but can be expensive.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
51%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and hot summers; some rain and humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and tornado risk is minimal.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, including the Cincinnati Park system and nearby nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and accommodations have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four seasons with noticeable changes, appealing to those who enjoy seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter in suburban areas, busier downtown.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, music venues, and historic neighborhoods.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, though not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to hiking trails, parks, and the Ohio River for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but some community classes and online options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, food, and architecture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
71%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor sports facilities provide entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local specialties, international cuisine, and growing foodie culture.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic markets, vegan/vegetarian restaurants, and health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for working with both US coasts and Europe during overlapping hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Moderate opportunities, mostly in local business and tech meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market but US-wide opportunities accessible.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Smaller freelance community compared to major cities but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities than top-tier coworking hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
59%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with some accelerators and incubators but not a major hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
87%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local interest but not a crypto hotspot.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport offers good domestic and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very extensive; car ownership is common.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Downtown and certain neighborhoods are walkable; suburban areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options exist but limited; car travel is most common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
52%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
88%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
US tax system is complex with federal and state taxes; not particularly tax-friendly for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but some national political polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be challenging for non-residents without SSN.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but requires navigating US regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure or policies for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some tech and freelancer meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
58%
Weight: 20
Limited but growing online communities for digital nomads in Cincinnati.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with active communities.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Mixed; some progress but occasional racial tensions reported.