Cincinnati, United States 🇺🇸
#1375
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to other US cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than national average but rising; good options for short and long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Affordable groceries and diverse food options, including budget-friendly and mid-range restaurants.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited; costs are reasonable for rideshares and car rentals.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including theaters, museums, and sports events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
76%
Weight: 10
Competitive pricing for gyms and fitness centers, with many budget-friendly options.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
US Dollar is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet widely available, with fiber connections in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, though not as abundant as larger metros.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to remote workers, though not a major hotspot.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Not a top destination for digital nomads, but growing awareness and community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a mix of urban amenities and relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Moderate air and water quality; some industrial areas impact environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some neighborhoods cleaner than others.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Occasional pollution from traffic and industry; generally acceptable air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
73%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; family-oriented neighborhoods available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
81%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
42%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance; can be a challenge for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Good access to healthcare services but expensive for uninsured.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
54%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and hot summers; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
87%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned, especially for summer heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with colorful autumns and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; downtown areas busier, suburbs quieter.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and music festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
68%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues, but not a major party city.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to hiking trails, riverfront parks, and nearby natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but some community classes and meetups.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
73%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor sports facilities provide good options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options including local specialties and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available with a variety of classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Many health-conscious restaurants and organic grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for working with both US coasts but less so for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, especially in tech and startup sectors.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
62%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market but access to US-wide opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
64%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than major metros.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some accelerators and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
83%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but not a major hub for crypto innovation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Limited bus service; no subway or light rail; car often necessary.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburbs less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
Weight: 15
Access to Amtrak and bus services; car travel is common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
86%
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
87%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in libraries and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often restrictive for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; Ohio state taxes apply; not especially tax-friendly for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional local tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and US presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business in Ohio.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure and visa support for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some tech and startup meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Cincinnati.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
62%
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
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity.