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Seattle, United States 🇺🇸
#47
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Seattle is one of the more expensive US cities, with high costs for housing, food, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are very high, especially in central areas popular with digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
43%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average but offer a wide variety of options including organic and specialty stores.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is moderately priced; rideshares and taxis are more expensive but widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
47%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful but tend to be pricey compared to smaller cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many options from budget to premium.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a very stable currency with global acceptance.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
89%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces catering to tech and creative professionals.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes with power outlets and conducive atmospheres for remote work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
63%
Weight: 100
Seattle is moderately popular among digital nomads, especially tech workers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance, though tech industry can be demanding.
🌳 Environmental Quality
61%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental standards but urban pollution and traffic congestion impact quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean with active waste management programs.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, no significant language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
56%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate; occasional pollution spikes during wildfire season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
88%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs are a significant consideration.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
24%
Weight: 80
Cool and rainy climate with many overcast days; not ideal for those seeking sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
67%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding; generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
41%
Weight: 15
Many buildings lack central AC due to mild summers; can be uncomfortable during heat waves.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild summers and cool, wet winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Urban noise can be significant in downtown areas, quieter in suburbs.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, music, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
68%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music but less intense than larger metro areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains, forests, and water offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
75%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural centers available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours including nature, history, and food experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
73%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, theaters, and indoor sports provide ample indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Diverse and high-quality food options including seafood, international cuisines, and farm-to-table.
🧠 Yoga Studios
78%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios with a variety of styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
76%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
87%
Weight: 15
Strong availability of organic, vegan, and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
Pacific Time Zone is convenient for North American clients but less so for Europe or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
82%
Weight: 25
Robust tech and startup community with frequent networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
85%
Weight: 20
Strong job market for remote tech and creative roles.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
79%
Weight: 20
Good support and community for freelancers, especially in tech and design.
🏢 Coworking Quality
88%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
87%
Weight: 15
Thriving startup ecosystem with access to investors and accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets, though some services are US-centric.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
69%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption but still emerging compared to crypto hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
81%
Weight: 30
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport offers many domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Good bus and light rail coverage but can be slow and less extensive than other major cities.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburban areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other ride-sharing services are widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but weather and hills can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to nearby cities and regions.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available but limited to certain neighborhoods.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
86%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
84%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and restrictive for many digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
Washington state has no income tax but federal taxes are high; overall tax burden moderate.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
89%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with active civic engagement.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
73%
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
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and cost issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
71%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for remote workers and entrepreneurs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
78%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Seattle-based digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
69%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive with many resources for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
74%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts to improve inclusivity.