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Kansas City, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to other major US cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than coastal metros but rising due to increased demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable with a good variety of affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
62%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; many rely on cars, increasing transportation expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including theaters, music venues, and sports events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many chain and boutique options.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 150 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, especially downtown and midtown areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and quiet spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a major hotspot for digital nomads but growing in popularity.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to parks, cultural events, and reasonable work hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate air and water quality; some urban pollution but improving.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean though some neighborhoods vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barriers for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional pollution spikes, especially in summer; generally moderate air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
40%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for some.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Good access to healthcare services but affordability is a concern.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
63%
Weight: 80
Hot summers with humidity; cold winters with snow; moderate seasonal variety.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional tornado threats in the region.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas including large urban parks and trails.
❄️ Air Conditioning
87%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; downtown areas can be noisy but suburbs quieter.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with music, arts, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
74%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to trails, lakes, and parks for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but some community classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, including cultural and historical experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
72%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor entertainment options are plentiful.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with strong BBQ and international cuisine presence.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available with varied class offerings.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
74%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
68%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs; more limited than coastal hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is present but smaller compared to larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
71%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods including mobile wallets and cards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains moderate.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Kansas City International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly bus-based with low coverage.
🚶 Walkability
58%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable but suburban sprawl limits walkability elsewhere.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
85%
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
65%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services available but limited; car travel preferred.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often lengthy for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax burden with federal and state taxes applicable.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but some political polarization present.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires SSN or ITIN; can be challenging for short-term visitors.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; lacks dedicated nomad infrastructure but welcoming community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Some meetups exist but not a major hub for nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
62%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with some local digital nomad groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
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
68%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity.