Fort Lauderdale, United States 🇺🇸
#1380
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living compared to many US cities; more affordable than Miami but still expensive relative to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, especially near the beach and downtown areas, limiting budget options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for the US; dining out can be pricey but there are affordable local options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited but affordable; ride-sharing and car rentals are common but add to expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate entertainment costs with a variety of options from free beach activities to pricier nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices, with many options including budget chains and boutique studios.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with minimal volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage in most areas; speeds suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than larger US tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Miami or other major US cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to beaches and outdoor activities promoting relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but occasional issues with pollution and urban sprawl.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Public areas and beaches are fairly clean, though some neighborhoods vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional issues during high traffic or heat waves.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good amenities and schools; suitable for families with children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for nomads without coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but affordability is a concern.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Warm, sunny subtropical climate with mild winters; occasional summer storms.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; flooding can occur but generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Several parks and beach areas, though urban green space is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
95%
Weight: 15
Widespread air conditioning in homes, offices, and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly warm year-round with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially near nightlife and busy roads.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Diverse cultural influences with a mix of Latin American and US coastal culture.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and beach parties, though less intense than Miami.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, waterways, and parks supports outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunities for Spanish learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours including boating, fishing, and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and shopping centers available but not extensive.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with strong Latin American and seafood influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor exercise options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Plenty of health-conscious restaurants and organic grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone aligns well with US and European business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, growing startup and freelancer community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Access to US job market; local remote job opportunities limited but growing.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Freelance community present but smaller compared to major tech hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options overall.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, less vibrant than Miami or Silicon Valley.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of payment services including mobile wallets and cards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption among local businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on cars and ride-sharing.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable in downtown and beach areas but limited in suburbs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
85%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other ride-sharing services widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
52%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes but cycling infrastructure is limited and weather can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good access to nearby cities via car or bus; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available in key areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
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
75%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply; occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
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 nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High taxes and complex regulations for foreign workers and freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional social tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and US address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible with some effort and legal assistance.
📄✈️ 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 dedicated infrastructure and visas for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than in larger nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller online digital nomad community.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist and business areas; some caution advised in certain neighborhoods.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and inclusive environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Diverse population but occasional social tensions exist.