Kansas City, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to other major US cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than coastal metros but rising due to increased demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Affordable grocery stores and diverse dining options at moderate prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
62%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars, increasing transportation expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable with many free or low-cost events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with many chain and local options.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with minimal volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
80%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber availability with average speeds around 150 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and midtown areas, growing steadily.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
81%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in larger tech hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Kansas City is not a major digital nomad hotspot but gaining attention.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a slower pace than larger metros and ample leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Moderate air and water quality; some industrial pollution present.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean but some neighborhoods have litter and maintenance issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor during certain seasons due to traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Good hospitals and medical facilities with access to specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
52%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high compared to many countries, typical for the US.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare but insurance is necessary for affordable treatment.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
54%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters; occasional severe weather.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of tornadoes and severe storms during spring and summer.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and trails, including large urban green spaces like Loose Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned, important in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with colorful autumns and snowy winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with jazz heritage, museums, and arts festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
69%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, music venues, and breweries, but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to lakes, parks, and nearby nature preserves for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but some community classes and meetups.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, jazz, and BBQ culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
71%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor sports facilities provide entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Known for BBQ and diverse culinary offerings with growing foodie culture.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as abundant as in larger metros.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialty studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic markets and health-conscious restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for working with both coasts and international clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and tech community but smaller scale than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most remote jobs come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still small compared to larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options overall.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem with some accelerators and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption but some interest in crypto communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Kansas City International Airport offers good domestic connectivity; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited with sparse bus routes; car is preferred.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable but most neighborhoods require driving.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
79%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Limited train service; mostly reliant on car or flights for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some e-scooter and bike rentals downtown but limited coverage.
📡 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 stable power supply with occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and lengthy for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
US tax system is complex with federal and state taxes; not very nomad-friendly.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable local governance but national political climate is polarized.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Requires SSN or ITIN; can be challenging for foreigners without residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business in Missouri.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks many amenities and visa options tailored for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad meetups; some general tech and startup events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Kansas City.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Some neighborhoods have higher crime rates; overall moderate safety.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with active community groups.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse population but some racial tensions persist; improving inclusivity.