Dallas, United States 🇺🇸
#57
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other major US cities; more affordable than NYC or San Francisco but pricier than smaller cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising, especially in popular neighborhoods; more affordable than coastal metros.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and diverse food options; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars, which adds to costs; gas prices are average for the US.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with moderate pricing; concerts, theaters, and sports events available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with many chain gyms and boutique studios.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet widely available with fiber in many areas; reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Good number of coworking spaces spread across the city catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
81%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes popular among remote workers, though not as concentrated as in some global hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Growing but still emerging digital nomad scene compared to coastal cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Good balance with many leisure activities and a generally relaxed culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and traffic impact air quality; some green initiatives ongoing.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Generally clean urban areas but some neighborhoods vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities; suburban areas especially family-oriented.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
87%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
31%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for many.
🏥 Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but affordability is a concern.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters with mostly sunny days; occasional storms.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Some risk of tornadoes and severe storms but generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and outdoor spaces, though urban sprawl limits access in some areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
97%
Weight: 15
Widespread and reliable air conditioning essential due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
58%
Weight: 10
Four seasons present but winters are mild and summers very hot.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Urban noise common in downtown and busy areas; quieter in suburbs.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, music, and arts influenced by Texan heritage.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
63%
Weight: 15
Access to lakes, trails, and parks but limited natural wilderness nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and cultural centers, mostly English-focused.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, cultural events, and Texan experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor entertainment options are plentiful.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary scene with Tex-Mex, BBQ, and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic markets, health food stores, and healthy dining.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts and Latin America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
78%
Weight: 25
Active professional and startup communities with frequent events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Growing tech and remote job market but less saturated than coastal hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
69%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with coworking and networking support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
74%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local meetups and businesses accepting crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
83%
Weight: 30
Dallas/Fort Worth International is a major hub with extensive domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; city is car-dependent.
🚶 Walkability
48%
Weight: 20
Walkability varies greatly by neighborhood; downtown is more walkable than suburbs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
87%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other ride-sharing services are widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but infrastructure is limited and city is car-centric.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good highway connections and bus services; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
61%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available mainly in central areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
89%
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
67%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during extreme weather but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Texas has no state income tax, but federal taxes are high; overall moderate tax burden.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional local tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and transit limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with active local groups on social media.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Varies by neighborhood; some areas 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 but some social challenges remain.