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New York, United States 🇺🇸
#46
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices across all daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
8%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rent prices, especially in Manhattan and popular boroughs.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food costs are high, with groceries and dining out being expensive compared to most cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
43%
Weight: 20
Monthly metro cards are moderately priced, but taxis and ride-shares can be costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are abundant but often come with premium pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are on the higher end, though many options exist.
💱 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
95%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces spread across the city catering to various needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
90%
Weight: 30
Abundant cafes offering free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
87%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are welcoming to remote workers, with power outlets and good ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
78%
Weight: 100
Popular among digital nomads but less so than more affordable cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
52%
Weight: 30
Fast-paced lifestyle can challenge work-life balance; long working hours common.
🌳 Environmental Quality
41%
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
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially during summer months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks but high costs and busy environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
20%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare services but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and hot summers; can be harsh for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of hurricanes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several large parks like Central Park provide good green space.
❄️ Air Conditioning
88%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with noticeable changes in weather and foliage.
🔊 Noise Pollution
28%
Weight: 10
High noise levels typical of a major metropolitan city.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
96%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
92%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with countless bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within the city but accessible nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
80%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours and unique local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant indoor activities including museums, theaters, and galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
95%
Weight: 25
World-renowned diverse food scene with options from all cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
83%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios offering classes for all levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
85%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
89%
Weight: 15
Plenty of health-conscious restaurants and grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is favorable for North and South American clients but less so for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
94%
Weight: 25
Excellent networking events and professional meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
87%
Weight: 20
Strong job market with many remote-friendly companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
88%
Weight: 20
Large freelance community with many platforms and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
93%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
91%
Weight: 15
Thriving startup ecosystem with access to investors and accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
96%
Weight: 30
Three major airports with extensive international and domestic flights.
🚇 Public Transit
84%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive subway and bus system, though aging infrastructure.
🚶 Walkability
90%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable neighborhoods, especially Manhattan.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
92%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lane network but traffic can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent train and bus connections to nearby cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
78%
Weight: 10
Several scooter and bike rental services available but limited in some areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
91%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but not widespread or always reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often lengthy for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
25%
Weight: 30
High taxes and complex tax system for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ 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
50%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires in-person visits and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity with clear processes but some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Friendly to nomads but high costs and visa restrictions limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
79%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for remote workers and entrepreneurs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
86%
Weight: 20
Active online communities and social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Varies by neighborhood; some areas have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive but some caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing social challenges but overall tolerant.