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Salt Lake City, United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ
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Nomad Score: 63%

Essentials

πŸ™οΈ City Salt Lake City, Utah, is the capital and largest city of the state, known for its stunning mountain backdrop and role as a hub for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
πŸ‘₯ Population Approx. 199,000
πŸ’» Internet Speed Average 100 Mbps
πŸ’Έ Currency & Banking 1 USD = 1 USD (US Dollar is the local currency)
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable
πŸ”Œ Power 120V, 60Hz, πŸ”Œ Type A/B sockets
πŸ“Ά SIM Card Providers include AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile
πŸ’³ Banking for Expats Banks like Wells Fargo, Chase, and online banking options like Chime and Revolut
πŸ›Œ Accommodation Options include Airbnb, VRBO, and various local rentals
πŸ’³ Cashless Friendly Yes, cards accepted widely
🏠 Short Term Rentals Popular platforms include Airbnb and Spotahome
πŸ›οΈ Budget Accommodation Hostels such as the HI Salt Lake City Hostel
πŸ™οΈ Best Area to Stay for Tourists Downtown Salt Lake City offers proximity to attractions like Temple Square and shopping.
πŸ™οΈ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads The Avenues and Sugar House are recommended for their community and amenities.

Working and Networking

🏒 Best Coworking Space WeWork and Salt Lake City Coworking
β˜• Best Cafe for Work Publik Coffee Roasters provides a work-friendly atmosphere
πŸ’Ό Networking Events Check Meetup.com for various networking events, including tech meetups
πŸ₯‚ Social Events for Expats Join the Salt Lake City Expats Facebook Group for community events and gatherings

Transportation

πŸš• Best Taxi/Ride App Uber and Lyft are popular options
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Bird and Lime offer e-scooter rentals
πŸ–οΈ Best Beach Nearby Great Salt Lake is the closest beach-like area, approximately 30 minutes away
✈️ Top Regional Airline SkyWest Airlines
✈️ Top International Airline Delta Airlines offers extensive international routes
πŸ›£οΈ Highway Access Interstate 15 and 80 provide major road connections
πŸš‰ Main Train/Transit Hub Salt Lake City International Airport and the Utah Transit Authority light rail system
🚍 Public Transport Passes Utah Transit Authority offers day passes and monthly passes for bus and TRAX service
✈️ Regional Travel Amtrak and Greyhound services connect to nearby cities

Health and Wellness

πŸ₯ Best Hospital University of Utah Hospital is the primary healthcare facility
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers Yoga in the City and CorePower Yoga are popular options
πŸ‹οΈ Gyms & Fitness Centers Planet Fitness and 24 Hour Fitness are affordable gym options
🧺 Laundry Services Laundry Lounge and Wash House provide laundromat services

Food and Drink

πŸ“± Best Food Delivery App DoorDash and UberEats are widely used in the city
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Fry Sauce is a local favorite, often served with French fries
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options Café gratitude and Vego's serve plant-based cuisine
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop and Sweet Rolled Tacos
πŸ›’ Affordable Shopping Spots Local grocery stores like Smith's and Harmon's provide budget options
πŸ›’ E-commerce/Online Store Amazon and local retailers offer a variety of products online
πŸ›’ Grocery Delivery Instacart and Walmart Grocery Delivery are available
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area The downtown area offers numerous bars such as Beer Bar and The Urban Lounge
🍻 Local Brewery Epic Brewing Company is one of the notable local breweries
🍷 Wine Bars The Wine House offers a selection of wines in a cozy atmosphere
🍲 Street Food Stalls Food trucks can be found at various local events and downtown
πŸ• Popular International Cuisine Zao Asian CafΓ© offers delicious Asian fusion dishes

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks Temple Square and the Salt Lake City Capitol building are iconic locations
πŸ›οΈ Museums & Art Venues Natural History Museum of Utah and Utah Museum of Fine Arts
🏰 Historical Sites The Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail and Fort Douglas
πŸ• Religious Sites The Salt Lake Temple is a major religious landmark
πŸŽ‰ Annual Events The Sundance Film Festival occurs each January in nearby Park City
🎨 Cultural Districts Sugar House and Pioneer Park are vibrant cultural areas
🎭 Theater Venues The Eccles Theater hosts concerts and performances
πŸ›οΈ Local Markets The Downtown Farmers Market operates in the summer months
🎼 Music Scene The Depot and The Urban Lounge feature local and touring bands
🎨 Street Art Various murals can be found in the Granary District
πŸ§‘β€πŸ³ Cooking Classes The Salt Lake Culinary Center offers classes for all levels
πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨ Art Galleries Art galleries can be found at The Salt Lake Art Center
πŸ•°οΈ Historic Buildings The historic Hotel Utah showcases beautiful architecture
🏴 Local Heritage The Tabernacle is significant to both culture and history

Nature and Outdoor Activities

πŸŒ… Nearby Nature Escapes Big Cottonwood Canyon and Little Cottonwood Canyon for hiking and skiing
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Zion National Park and Arches National Park are a few hours away
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths The Jordan River Parkway Trail for biking and walking
πŸŒ„ Scenic Viewpoints Ensign Peak offers panoramic views of the city
πŸ¦‰ Birdwatching Locations Antelope Island State Park is great for birdwatching
πŸ”₯ Bonfire-Friendly Spots Designated fire pits can be found at several parks including Sugar House Park

Other Services and Amenities

πŸ“¦ Parcel Delivery Service UPS and FedEx offer shipping and delivery services in the city
πŸ› οΈ Tech Repair Services Several local shops provide repair services including Geek Squad and uBreakiFix
πŸ“ Table Tennis Spots Parks and recreation centers have tables available
πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Language Classes The Salt Lake City Library offers various language classes for free.
πŸ“š Libraries & Study Spots Salt Lake City Public Library is an ideal spot
🏘️ Community Centers Various community centers offer classes and events, including the Salt Lake City Community Center
πŸ•ΉοΈ Gaming Lounges Game Grid Arcade offer video game facilities
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls The Salt Lake Gaming can provide entertainment options for gaming enthusiasts

Business

🏒 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $350,000 for a studio in the city center (e.g., 500 sq. ft.)
🏒 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $270,000 for a studio outside city center (e.g., 500 sq. ft.)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $400,000 for a 1-bedroom apartment in downtown area (e.g., 700 sq. ft.)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $300,000 for a 1-bedroom apartment outside the city (e.g., 700 sq. ft.)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. $600,000 for a 2-bedroom apartment in central locations (e.g., 1,000 sq. ft.)
🏑 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. $450,000 for a 2-bedroom in suburban areas (e.g., 1,000 sq. ft.)
πŸ’Ό Corporate Tax 5% which is relatively low compared to other states
πŸ’΅ Dividend Withholding Tax No state tax on dividends
🏦 Tax System Utah has a progressive income tax system with rates from 4.95% to 5.0%
πŸ“ˆ Highest Income Tax Bracket 4.95%
🧾 VAT No VAT, sales tax is 6.85% in Salt Lake City
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules No CFC rules apply in Utah
🏠 Property Tax Average property tax rate is about 0.62% in Salt Lake County
🏠 Property Transaction Tax No specific property transaction tax in Utah
πŸ’» Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Utah’s low state taxes can be appealing for digital nomads