{"id":265,"date":"2022-10-29T19:09:21","date_gmt":"2022-10-29T19:09:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/?p=265"},"modified":"2022-10-29T19:11:45","modified_gmt":"2022-10-29T19:11:45","slug":"5-best-us-cities-for-digital-nomad-entrepreneurs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/5-best-us-cities-for-digital-nomad-entrepreneurs\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best US Cities for Digital Nomad Entrepreneurs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

5 Best US Cities for Digital Nomad Entrepreneurs <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a digital nomad is synonymous with freedom \u2013 you\u2019re no longer tied to a desk, office, or even a city. You could potentially live in any town in the country (or even the world). With so many options to pick from, however, comes decision paralysis. Most places offer a comparable lifestyle and quality of living, and going with just one is hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you make an informed decision, Hightened Path for RV Rentals<\/a> has handpicked five of what we believe are the best cities for digital nomads in the US (highlighting the main reasons to go with them):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. San Francisco, California \u2013 Beautiful and has plenty to do <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    San Francisco, CA, is a digital nomad\u2019s paradise \u2013 not only is it America\u2019s start-up capital and, thereby, a business hub, but it\u2019s also one of the most flat-out gorgeous places on the planet. It\u2019s home to countless beautiful parks, beaches, wineries, hills, and scenic vistas in general. Trinity offers a full list<\/a> of reasons that make SF great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You don\u2019t need a car to move around here \u2013 you can bike (there are many lanes) or take the tram. Finding working (or co-working) places is extremely easy: The city is teeming with cafes, bars, and other networking hubs. The weather is mild and easygoing. The only drawback of SF is the comparatively high costs of living \u2013 be prepared to pay through your nose for rent. Finding affordable housing will take time and effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Charleston, South Carolina \u2013 Historic tourism hotspot <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      If big cities aren\u2019t your thing, you may enjoy Charleston, South Carolina. It\u2019s one of the friendliest towns on the planet, has perfect weather, and a rich history besides. Being a tourist town, there are plenty of fun activities you can engage in<\/a> when you\u2019re not working. You can move around on a bike, by car, or by boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Charleston is above average when it comes to cost of living<\/a>. Finding accommodations here is comparatively easy. You can expect to pay approximately $1000 for a 1-bedroom apartment in a cheap neighborhood. Overall, it\u2019s a good place to raise a family. The biggest drawback is that it\u2019s not exactly a business hotspot \u2013 networking or career advancement are not as plentiful as in big cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Huntsville, Alabama \u2013 Ranked the #1 US best city for living<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        The U.S. News has ranked Alabama<\/a> as the #1 best city to live in the US. This city has everything digital nomads (and everyone else) could ask for \u2013 a very strong job market, low costs of living, and excellent connectivity. This is one of the best places in the country if you\u2019re looking for work (or clients) in technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Houses (and places to rent) are significantly cheaper in Huntsville, Alabama, than in other places in the country \u2013 a 1-bedroom apartment costs only about $700<\/a> here. Other prices, from groceries to essentials, are similarly low. The drawback of being in Hunstville is that it\u2019s not as \u201chappening\u201d or culture-rich as other places (although that\u2019s slowly changing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        1. Colorado Springs \u2013 Outdoor fun and affordable housing <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a stone\u2019s throw away from Denver. It\u2019s best known for its stunning landscapes, mountain-living outdoorsy lifestyle, and surprisingly rich nightlife. The people are warm and friendly besides. Digital nomads who value their health and enjoy outdoor activities will love it here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Housing is affordable and plentiful in Colorado Springs. Many people choose to rent a place here and then commute to Denver for their day jobs. You can expect average prices for everything else. The biggest downside to living here might be the weather \u2013 it can get blazing hot in summer, cold in winter, and cloudy the rest of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          1. Seattle \u2013A prominent business hub<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Seattle is best known for its coffee culture, happening nightlife, and being home to giant corporations like Microsoft and Amazon. It\u2019s a massive business hub and well-connected by rail, road, sea, and air. Digital nomads can expect top-tier infrastructure, connectivity, blazing-fast internet speeds, and plenty of co-working spaces. In fact, Think Remote ranks Seattle<\/a> as the best city for remote workers in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            You\u2019ll have to pay top dollar for everything in Seattle \u2013 it\u2019s consistently ranked amongst the most expensive cities in the US. While finding a home for rent isn\u2019t hard, you\u2019ll have to pay twice as much as the national average rent (at the very least). House prices are skyrocketing, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Find housing online with virtual tours <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Your best bet to find affordable housing in Colorado Springs<\/a>, Charleston, or any of the other cities mentioned above is through a property listing site. You can conveniently filter by price, home type, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms. More importantly, some rentals come with virtual tours \u2013 you can get a feel for the property without having to visit it in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Why live in one place if you can live in many at once? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Instead of settling in one city, you can truly embrace your inner nomad by having a workation in an RV<\/a>. There are plenty of virtual nomads who work from their RVs and access the internet through their cell phones and WiFi hotspots along the way. Working from an RV is surprisingly fun and productive, besides, and you never get bored, thanks to the constantly-changing scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Ultimately, you should go with a city that you feel best aligns with your personality, preferences, and \u2013 possibly most importantly \u2013 budget. It\u2019s a good idea to research the costs of living, including rental prices, using a site like Numbeo. You can always try out a few cities before settling on one. And when in doubt about a particular city, a conversation with a resident may be enlightening and help you make up your mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Being a digital nomad is synonymous with freedom \u2013 you\u2019re no longer tied to a desk, office, or even a city. You could potentially live in any town in the country (or even the world). With so many options to pick from, however, comes decision paralysis. Most places offer a comparable lifestyle and quality of living, and going with just one is hard.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[65],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-265","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blogs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/265","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=265"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/265\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":272,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/265\/revisions\/272"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/266"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=265"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=265"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hightenedpath.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=265"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}