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Tampa, United States 🇺🇸
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other US cities; more affordable than NYC or SF but pricier than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; decent options for short-term rentals exist.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and diverse food options; dining out is affordable compared to larger metro areas.
🚌 Transportation Cost
57%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars or ride-sharing, which can add to costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Wide range of entertainment options at moderate prices, including theaters, museums, and sports events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with many chain and boutique gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is a globally stable currency with minimal volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage; average speeds around 150 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
71%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, especially downtown and in tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Growing number of cafes catering to remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Not a top digital nomad hotspot but gaining attention due to affordability and climate.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to beaches, parks, and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate air and water quality; some urban pollution but generally clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
City is fairly clean with ongoing efforts to improve public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional issues with ozone and pollen; generally acceptable air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
Access to high-quality hospitals and specialists; part of a well-developed US healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
32%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for uninsured nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Excellent facilities but high costs and insurance complexity reduce accessibility.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm, sunny climate most of the year; hot summers with high humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; flooding can occur but infrastructure is improving.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks, waterfronts, and recreational areas available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
92%
Weight: 15
Widespread and reliable air conditioning in homes and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
43%
Weight: 10
Mild winters and hot summers; limited seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
52%
Weight: 10
Urban areas can be noisy, especially near nightlife and traffic corridors.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Diverse cultural scene with museums, festivals, and a growing arts community.
🌃 Nightlife
73%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, parks, and nearby natural reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities due to diverse population.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, especially related to history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options including seafood, Latin American, and Southern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
71%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios with varied styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
74%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor workout spots.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic markets, vegan/vegetarian restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is convenient for US and some European connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; many nomads rely on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Some freelance hubs and communities, but not as developed as larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local businesses accept crypto but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Tampa International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; buses available but infrequent and coverage is spotty.
🚶 Walkability
56%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable; suburbs less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
84%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
59%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails, but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options limited; car travel is primary mode for intercity trips.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available in central areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power with occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
64%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
45%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Florida has no state income tax, which is favorable; federal taxes apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional local political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Requires US address and documentation; can be challenging for short-term nomads.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in the US.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly; good amenities but visa and transit limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
57%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and networking events but not as frequent as major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
64%
Weight: 20
Moderate presence in digital nomad forums and social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but some neighborhoods have higher crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment with active women's groups.
✊ Racial Tolerance
68%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity.