Seattle, United States 🇺🇸
#47
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Seattle is known for its high cost of living, especially housing and dining, making it expensive for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
25%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are among the highest in the US, with limited affordable options for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average, with a good variety of grocery stores but generally expensive dining out.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transit is affordable and reliable; however, owning a car is costly due to parking and insurance.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful but tend to be pricey, especially concerts and theater.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
57%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options ranging from budget to premium.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with minimal fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
85%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces throughout the city catering to various budgets and needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
87%
Weight: 30
Abundant cafes offering free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Seattle is moderately popular among digital nomads, though less so than coastal cities like LA or SF.
📱 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 tech culture promotes flexible work, but high living costs can add stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental standards, with efforts on sustainability and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, though some urban areas show typical metropolitan wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, with minimal language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, but occasional wildfire smoke can reduce it during late summer.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, but high cost of living can be a barrier.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and specialists available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
30%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance, which can be a barrier for nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure but costly for uninsured individuals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cool, rainy, and overcast much of the year, which can be gloomy for many digital nomads.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from earthquakes and occasional flooding, but generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Many buildings lack central AC due to mild summers, which can be uncomfortable during heat waves.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild summers and cool, wet winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Urban noise in downtown areas; quieter in residential neighborhoods.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, music, and arts influenced by tech and nature.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Good nightlife options but less vibrant compared to larger US cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains, forests, and water offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community groups available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours focusing on nature, tech, and local culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited by weather.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
82%
Weight: 25
Diverse and high-quality food options, including seafood and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Many yoga studios with varied styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
73%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
80%
Weight: 15
Abundant organic and health-focused grocery stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Pacific Time Zone is favorable for working with Asia-Pacific and US West Coast clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
87%
Weight: 25
Strong tech and startup community with frequent networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
89%
Weight: 20
High availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and creative sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
78%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance market supported by coworking spaces and meetups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
84%
Weight: 30
Modern, well-equipped coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
90%
Weight: 15
Robust startup ecosystem with many accelerators and investors.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local startups and events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
85%
Weight: 30
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport offers extensive domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive bus and light rail system, though coverage outside downtown is limited.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburbs less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Uber, Lyft, and other services are widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Growing bike lanes and trails, but hilly terrain and weather can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to nearby cities and Vancouver, Canada.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available but limited compared to other cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
88%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
95%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
US visa processes are complex and often restrictive for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High federal and state taxes; Washington has no income tax but other taxes are significant.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
89%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with active civic engagement.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires US residency or SSN; challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but requires US presence.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but visa and cost issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
73%
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
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Progressive city with many resources and communities for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity.