Dallas, United States 🇺🇸
#57
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Dallas is moderately expensive compared to smaller US cities but cheaper than coastal hubs like NYC or San Francisco.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
45%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate for a large US metro, with affordable options outside downtown.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Food prices are reasonable with many affordable grocery stores and dining options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars or ride-sharing, increasing costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with moderate pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are fairly affordable with many chain gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage in most areas with average speeds around 150 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and other neighborhoods.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in more popular nomad cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Dallas is not a top digital nomad hotspot but has a growing remote worker community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Good balance with many leisure options and a business-friendly environment.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and traffic affect air quality; some green initiatives ongoing.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban environment with occasional litter in busy areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to traffic and industrial activity, especially in summer.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance, a significant downside for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny but can be very hot in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of tornadoes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
62%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas but limited compared to some cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widespread and reliable air conditioning essential due to hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild winters and hot summers; limited autumn and spring seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Texan culture with museums, music, and arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
57%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor attractions within city limits but nearby options exist.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
English dominant; some Spanish language classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local cultural tours and Texan experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor entertainment options are plentiful.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with Tex-Mex, BBQ, and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Growing number of health-conscious restaurants and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts of the US.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Active business and tech communities with frequent networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market but not as large as coastal tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with some support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
80%
Weight: 30
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport offers extensive domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; city is car-dependent.
🚶 Walkability
45%
Weight: 20
Walkability is low outside downtown areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
85%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes but cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good highway connections and regional airports; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during extreme weather but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Texas has no state income tax, but federal taxes are high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but some political polarization exists.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward and fast process for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; lacks specific infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not a major hub for nomad gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence for remote workers and freelancers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Varies by neighborhood; some areas have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming but some concerns in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Diverse population but occasional racial tensions reported.