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Salt Lake City, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Salt Lake City is moderately expensive compared to many US cities, with costs higher than average but still more affordable than coastal metros.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices have risen significantly due to demand, making accommodation relatively costly for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; dining out ranges from affordable to mid-range, with diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable, and gas prices are average; ride-sharing is moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied but can be pricey, especially for concerts and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with many options including budget-friendly chains.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally, ensuring minimal currency risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
86%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, catering well to freelancers and remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Salt Lake City is growing in popularity among digital nomads but is not yet a major hub.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
The city offers a balanced lifestyle with access to nature and urban amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
61%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but occasional air quality issues due to winter inversions.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
Public spaces and streets are relatively clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, with minimal language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor during winter months due to pollution and temperature inversions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
84%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists are available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high without insurance, which can be a barrier for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is advanced but expensive.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and hot summers; moderate precipitation.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of hurricanes or floods; some earthquake risk exists but generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to mountains provide excellent green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and accommodations have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
80%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, appealing to those who enjoy variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside downtown areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with a mix of outdoor lifestyle and growing arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is present but more subdued compared to larger metropolitan areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, skiing, and outdoor activities in nearby mountains.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited but available language schools and meetups, mostly for Spanish and ESL.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours focusing on nature, history, and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities are available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with growing international cuisine presence.
🧠 Yoga Studios
72%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios with various styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Wide range of fitness centers and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic markets, health food stores, and vegan/vegetarian restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
71%
Weight: 20
Mountain Time Zone offers reasonable overlap with both coasts and some European countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
63%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and service sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelance market is developing, with some platforms and local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
76%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern, well-equipped, and comfortable.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and community support.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local businesses accepting crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Salt Lake City International Airport offers good domestic and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Light rail and bus systems cover the city but are limited compared to larger metros.
🚶 Walkability
58%
Weight: 20
Downtown is walkable, but suburban areas require a car.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft are widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
67%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lanes and trails, but cycling infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Limited train options; mostly reliant on buses and flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some e-scooter and bike rentals available downtown but limited coverage.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city and suburbs.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
41%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates with state income tax; overall tax burden can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but involves paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and cost issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not a major nomad hub.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
62%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for Salt Lake City digital nomads and remote workers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with some areas requiring caution.
♀️ Female Friendly
73%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.