In the rapidly evolving landscape of remote work and digital nomadism, Massachusetts stands out as the best US state to be a digital nomad, according to a comprehensive index that considers various factors affecting the lifestyle of those working and traveling on the go.
The Digital Nomad Index Score, developed by global accommodation experts at Bluepillow, reveals the top ten optimal destinations for those seeking a balance between work, lifestyle, and opportunity. The index ranks states based on the following range of factors affecting digital nomads’ daily lives:
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Average Daily High Temp Difference From Ideal Temperature (72F)
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Average Off-Premises Food & Beverage Consumption
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Average Gasoline & Energy Goods Consumption
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Violent Crime Rate Per 100k
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Property Crime Rate Per 100k
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No. Computer Repair Firms
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No. Computer Repair Employment
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No. Coworking Spaces
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No. Free WiFi Hotspots
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Annual Road Fatalities Per Billion Vehicle Miles (2017-2021)
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% of Workforce Working From Home
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Air Quality Index (Higher = Worse)
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State & National Park Coverage (sq. mi.)
The top ten states for digital nomads are:
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Massachusetts – Digital nomad score of 64.70/100
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New Jersey – Digital nomad score of 63.89/100
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Connecticut – Digital nomad score of 61.97/100
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Maryland – Digital nomad score of 61.71/100
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New York – Digital nomad score of 61.66/100
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Colorado – Digital nomad score of 61.24/100
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Utah – Digital nomad score of 61.09/100
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Virginia – Digital nomad score of 60.25/100
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Rhode Island – Digital nomad score of 57.68/100
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Florida – Digital nomad score of 57.40/100
Massachusetts secured the top position with an impressive Digital Nomad Index Score of 64.70 out of 100, surpassing all other states. Key factors contributing to Massachusetts’ top ranking include its well-developed infrastructure with 113 computer repair firms and 590 computer repair employment opportunities. The…
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