New York, United States 🇺🇸
#46
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for almost all goods 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 a wide range of options but generally pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
54%
Weight: 20
Monthly metro cards are moderately priced; taxis and rideshares can be expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
27%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are abundant but often costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but with many options.
💱 Currency Stability
96%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable and strong currency.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
92%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces throughout the city catering to various needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
87%
Weight: 30
Plenty of cafes offering free WiFi, though some can be crowded.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are digital nomad-friendly, but seating can be limited during peak hours.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
75%
Weight: 100
Popular among digital nomads seeking urban experience and networking.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
41%
Weight: 30
Fast-paced lifestyle with long working hours common, challenging work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is a concern, but efforts to improve air and water quality are ongoing.
🧼 Cleanliness
52%
Weight: 10
Varies by neighborhood; some areas are very clean, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be moderate to high, especially in summer months.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
91%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
23%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
50%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons; cold winters and hot summers, moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from hurricanes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Many parks including Central Park and waterfront areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Widely available in most buildings and public transport.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
82%
Weight: 10
Clear seasonal changes with distinct winter, spring, summer, and fall.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
97%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, galleries, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
90%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with countless bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces but good urban parks and nearby escapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
74%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural exchange events available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
93%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours and unique local experiences offered.
🎳 Indoors Fun
91%
Weight: 10
Abundant indoor activities including museums, theaters, and entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
96%
Weight: 25
World-renowned diverse and high-quality food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
83%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios with varied styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
80%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
89%
Weight: 15
Plenty of organic markets, health food stores, and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone suitable for North American clients but less ideal for Asia-Pacific.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
94%
Weight: 25
Excellent networking events, meetups, and professional communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
85%
Weight: 20
Strong job market with many remote-friendly companies headquartered here.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
88%
Weight: 20
Large freelance community and platforms available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
90%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
92%
Weight: 15
Thriving startup ecosystem with access to investors and accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
86%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
71%
Weight: 15
Growing crypto community but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
95%
Weight: 30
Three major airports with extensive domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
83%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive subway and bus system, though can be crowded and aging.
🚶 Walkability
90%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable neighborhoods, especially Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
92%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lanes but traffic and weather can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent train (Amtrak), bus, and flight connections to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
73%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike-sharing programs 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
Reliable VPN services with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
84%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some parks and public buildings but limited coverage.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and often lengthy for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
21%
Weight: 30
High taxes and complex tax system for foreigners and freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to strict regulations and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity with clear processes but some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Good infrastructure but high costs and visa restrictions limit friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
84%
Weight: 25
Regular events and meetups for digital nomads and remote workers.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
89%
Weight: 20
Strong online communities and social media groups centered around NYC.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
83%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and inclusive with many resources for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Diverse city with ongoing challenges but generally tolerant and inclusive.