Los Angeles, United States 🇺🇸
#52
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high costs across housing, food, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
15%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, especially in popular neighborhoods favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
32%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average, with a wide variety of options but generally costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable but limited; reliance on rideshares and car rentals increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
38%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful but often expensive, especially in tourist-heavy areas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate gym prices with many boutique and chain gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
93%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces across the city catering to various budgets and needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
87%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and noise levels vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are known for being digital nomad-friendly with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
75%
Weight: 100
Growing digital nomad community, though less concentrated than in some other cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
62%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance opportunities with access to beaches and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; urban pollution and traffic impact air and noise quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Varies by neighborhood; some areas are clean and well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially during wildfire season and heavy traffic periods.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks but high cost of living can be a barrier.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
86%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
24%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for uninsured nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Mild, Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from earthquakes and wildfires, especially in dry seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urban sprawl limits access in some neighborhoods.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public spaces are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly consistent warm weather year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
42%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in urban and traffic-heavy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
82%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with many bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, hiking trails, and outdoor activities within and near the city.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange events, mostly focused on Spanish and English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Wide range of local tours and experiences showcasing diverse cultures and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
79%
Weight: 10
Plenty of museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse and high-quality food scene with international and local cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
83%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios offering various styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
80%
Weight: 15
Wide availability of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
87%
Weight: 15
Abundant healthy food options including organic markets and vegan/vegetarian restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
PST time zone is favorable for North American clients but less so for Europe and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
88%
Weight: 25
Strong networking scene with many tech and creative industry events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
74%
Weight: 20
Good availability of remote jobs, especially in tech, media, and entertainment sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
79%
Weight: 20
Active freelance community with many platforms and local support groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
86%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities and professional environments.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
87%
Weight: 15
Vibrant startup ecosystem with access to investors and accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
84%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
71%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption, with some local meetups and businesses accepting crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
92%
Weight: 30
LAX is a major international hub with extensive global connections.
🚇 Public Transit
56%
Weight: 20
Public transit exists but is limited and often inconvenient compared to other major cities.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkability varies greatly by neighborhood; many areas require a car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other ride-sharing services are widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is improving but still limited and not always safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
73%
Weight: 15
Good access to buses, trains, and flights to other major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals are common in central areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
91%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage with 5G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
95%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable but occasional outages occur, especially during wildfires.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often limited in speed and security.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
42%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often restrictive for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
31%
Weight: 30
High taxes and complex regulations make it less friendly for freelancers and nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but with some political polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and sometimes in-person visits.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; bureaucratic but manageable with resources.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
69%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and cost barriers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
77%
Weight: 25
Regular events and meetups for digital nomads and freelancers.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
83%
Weight: 20
Strong online communities and social media groups centered around LA.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Varies by neighborhood; some areas have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
72%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive, with many women-focused communities.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing social challenges but overall tolerant.