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New York City, United States 🇺🇸
#1266
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices across housing, food, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
8%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, especially in Manhattan and popular boroughs.
🍎 Food & Groceries
31%
Weight: 40
Food costs are above average, with many options but generally pricey groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
54%
Weight: 20
Monthly subway passes are moderately priced; rideshares and taxis are expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Wide variety of entertainment but often costly, especially theater and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but with many options.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available, with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
95%
Weight: 40
Abundant coworking spaces throughout the city catering to various needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
93%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offering free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
89%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are laptop-friendly with power outlets and good ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
76%
Weight: 100
Growing digital nomad community, though less traditional due to high costs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
51%
Weight: 30
Fast-paced city culture can challenge work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and noise impact environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Varies by neighborhood; some areas are clean, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barriers for English speakers.
💨 Air Quality
41%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels can be high, especially in summer.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks but high costs and fast pace can be challenging.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
23%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
89%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
56%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters; some humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of hurricanes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks including Central Park and waterfront areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
81%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with vibrant autumns and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
32%
Weight: 10
High noise levels typical of a major metropolis.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
98%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
94%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with countless bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
67%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces but good urban parks and nearby escapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
83%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange events available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
91%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours, cultural experiences, and events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant indoor entertainment including theaters, museums, and galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
97%
Weight: 25
World-renowned diverse food scene with cuisines from all over the world.
🧠 Yoga Studios
86%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios offering varied styles and classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
84%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
89%
Weight: 15
Abundant healthy and organic food options available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for North and South American clients but less so for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
93%
Weight: 25
Strong professional and startup networking events regularly held.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
87%
Weight: 20
Large job market with many remote-friendly companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
88%
Weight: 20
Thriving freelance community with many platforms and meetups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
94%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with excellent amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
96%
Weight: 15
One of the world's leading startup hubs with ample resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
79%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption, though regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
97%
Weight: 30
Three major airports with extensive domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
86%
Weight: 20
Extensive subway and bus network, though aging infrastructure.
🚶 Walkability
91%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable neighborhoods, especially Manhattan and Brooklyn.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
93%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other services widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
72%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lane network but traffic can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
88%
Weight: 15
Good train (Amtrak), bus, and flight connections to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Several bike and scooter rental services available but limited in some areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
94%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
96%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power but occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
79%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces but can be spotty.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
34%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often lengthy for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
21%
Weight: 30
High federal and state taxes; not particularly tax-friendly for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57%
Weight: 15
Requires in-person visits and documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
74%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves multiple steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
City is welcoming but high costs and visa restrictions limit nomad friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
79%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for digital nomads and remote workers.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
85%
Weight: 20
Active online communities and social media groups for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
63%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and inclusive for women, with many support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing challenges but generally tolerant.