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Columbia, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to major US cities; more affordable than coastal metros but higher than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate; not as cheap as rural areas but more affordable than large urban centers.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable with many local options; dining out is affordable with a variety of cuisines.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited; most rely on cars, which adds to transportation expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced with local theaters, bars, and events accessible at reasonable costs.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with several chain and local gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable and widely accepted currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Reliable broadband and fiber internet available; speeds generally good but can vary by neighborhood.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to major cities; some options exist but not widespread.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
64%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong digital nomad culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more traditional city with limited nomad community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good balance with access to parks and recreational activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some urban pollution but access to green spaces helps.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is reasonably clean with regular municipal services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average; occasional pollution from traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities with access to hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare in the US is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
High quality but costly healthcare system.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
73%
Weight: 80
Warm summers and mild winters; some humidity but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of tornadoes and storms; less risk of earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and outdoor recreational areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
86%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
64%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with museums, theaters, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and live music but not a major party city.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to lakes, parks, and hiking areas nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language diversity; mostly English-speaking environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
61%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor recreational facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
69%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options including Southern cuisine and international restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not a large wellness scene.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone suitable for working with both US coasts and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major tech hubs; some local business events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities; not a major tech hub but some remote-friendly companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; more traditional job market.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces exist but vary in quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
47%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem compared to larger US cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
84%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; not a crypto hotspot but some local interest.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very convenient.
🚶 Walkability
52%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable but suburbs require car use.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
74%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available.
🚲 Cycling
49%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes but cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options exist but limited; car travel is common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN usage with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public buildings but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but some political polarization present.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without permanent residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; bureaucratic but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
48%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Columbia.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
69%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some crime but generally safe neighborhoods.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social challenges remain.