New Orleans, United States 🇺🇸
#1791
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other US cities; more affordable than NYC or SF but pricier than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to popularity; affordable options exist outside the French Quarter.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer reasonable prices; dining out can vary from affordable to expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited but affordable; ride-sharing is common and reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options with varying prices; many free or low-cost cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices; several budget gyms and boutique fitness studios available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a stable and widely accepted currency with minimal fluctuation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage in most areas, though some neighborhoods have slower speeds.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
71%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in downtown and Mid-City areas catering to freelancers and remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Abundant cafes with reliable WiFi, especially in tourist and business districts.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes welcome remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche digital nomad community compared to major tech hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of balancing work with social and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Challenges with humidity, occasional flooding, and urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Some areas, especially tourist-heavy zones, can be less clean; ongoing city efforts to improve.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barrier for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and industrial activity; occasional ozone alerts.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly activities but nightlife and safety concerns limit appeal.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Good quality hospitals and clinics, though not top-tier nationally.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
35%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance; expensive for uninsured visitors.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a range of providers, but cost is a barrier.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Warm and humid subtropical climate; mild winters but hot summers with high humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
High risk of hurricanes and flooding, especially during hurricane season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
62%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, including City Park and Audubon Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widely available and necessary due to hot, humid climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild winters and hot summers; limited seasonal variation compared to northern cities.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in entertainment districts; quieter neighborhoods available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
95%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with music, festivals, and unique local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
90%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with live music, bars, and clubs, especially on Bourbon Street.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor activities within city; nearby bayous and parks offer options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mostly English-speaking environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant unique local tours including history, food, and music.
🎳 Indoors Fun
75%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor cultural venues provide entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
93%
Weight: 25
World-renowned cuisine with Creole, Cajun, and seafood specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, with a growing wellness community.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers, including boutique options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone is convenient for North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and creative communities offer networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with some support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options than larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some accelerators and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of credit/debit cards and mobile payment apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Limited mainstream adoption but growing interest in crypto communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited bus and streetcar network; not very comprehensive or frequent.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
Walkable neighborhoods like French Quarter and Garden District; less so in suburbs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
85%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Limited bike lanes and infrastructure; some cycling culture but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options available but limited; mostly reliant on car or air travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some electric scooter and bike rentals in central areas but limited coverage.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during storms; generally stable but vulnerable to hurricanes.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax burden; Louisiana state taxes apply in addition to federal taxes.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment but some local governance challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Requires US residency or SSN; can be difficult for short-term visitors.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible to register small businesses with some effort.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good amenities but visa and cost barriers exist.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not a major hub for nomad gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence in nomad and freelancer groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Higher crime rates in some neighborhoods; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but some areas require vigilance; growing support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing social challenges but generally tolerant.