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Tampa, United States ๐บ๐ธ
#1376
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Nomad Score:
67%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other major US cities; more affordable than NYC or SF but pricier than smaller towns.
๐ Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising, especially in popular neighborhoods near downtown and the waterfront.
๐ Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and dining options, with a good mix of affordable and mid-range restaurants.
๐ Transportation Cost
59%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited; most rely on cars or ride-sharing, which can add to costs.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including theaters, museums, and sports events.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many chain and boutique options.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
USD is one of the most stable currencies globally.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
77%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber availability with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
๐ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, especially downtown and in tech hubs.
โ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Not a top digital nomad hotspot but gaining traction due to affordability and climate.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Good balance with access to beaches, parks, and cultural activities.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
64%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but occasional issues with humidity and urban pollution.
๐งผ Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
City is fairly clean, though some areas can be less maintained.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language; minimal language barriers for English speakers.
๐จ Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; occasional ozone alerts during summer months.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family activities available.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
42%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; costs can be prohibitive for some.
๐ฅ Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with many specialists.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm and sunny most of the year, with mild winters; occasional heavy rain and humidity.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; flooding can occur but generally manageable.
๐๏ธ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks, waterfronts, and nature preserves.
โ๏ธ Air Conditioning
96%
Weight: 15
Widespread and reliable air conditioning in homes and public spaces.
๐ Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly warm and humid with mild winters.
๐ Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially near downtown and nightlife areas.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
71%
Weight: 20
Diverse cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
๐ Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music venues.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, parks, and outdoor activities.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but good informal opportunities due to diverse population.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Variety of local tours including historical, culinary, and nature-focused.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and shopping centers provide indoor entertainment.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with strong seafood and Latin American influences.
๐ง Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios and wellness centers available.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness classes, and outdoor workout spots.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic markets and healthy dining options.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone is convenient for North American business hours.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with regular networking events.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; more reliant on global remote work.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
67%
Weight: 20
Active freelance community supported by coworking spaces and meetups.
๐ข Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments, credit cards, and mobile wallets.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; some local meetups and businesses accepting crypto.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Tampa International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
๐ Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; buses available but infrequent and coverage is sparse.
๐ถ Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Downtown and some neighborhoods are walkable; suburban areas less so.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
84%
Weight: 15
Uber and Lyft widely available and reliable.
๐ฒ Cycling
59%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails but overall infrastructure is limited.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Bus and train options exist but are limited; car travel preferred.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Electric scooters and bike rentals available in central areas.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
๐ VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN access with no major restrictions.
โก Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power but occasional outages during storms.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some parks, libraries, and cafes but not widespread.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
US visa process is complex and costly; no specific digital nomad visa.
๐ Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
High federal and state taxes; complex tax system for foreigners.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
86%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional local political tensions.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
51%
Weight: 15
Requires SSN or ITIN; can be challenging for short-term visitors.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business in Florida.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in the US.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good amenities but visa and cost issues limit appeal.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
58%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not a major hub for nomad gatherings.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for Tampa-based remote workers and freelancers.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏ธ Safety
64%
Weight: 100
Moderate crime rates; safer in tourist and business districts.
โ๏ธ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; active womenโs groups.
โ Racial Tolerance
67%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with ongoing efforts toward inclusivity.