How many digital nomads are there in the world and in which countries do they live?

Global Digital Nomad Population

There are approximately 40 million digital nomads worldwide as of 2025, which has roughly doubled from around 20 million just a few years prior [6][9]. This significant growth reflects how remote work and "work-from-anywhere" policies have become mainstream following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Where Digital Nomads Come From

The breakdown by region shows:

• North America: 49% of digital nomads worldwide, with the United States accounting for nearly half of all digital nomads globally [4][7]
• Europe: 29% [4]
• Other regions: 22% (including Latin America, Asia, etc.) [4]

In the United States alone, the number of people identifying as digital nomads increased from approximately 7.3 million in 2019 to 18.1 million in 2024—a 147% rise since pre-pandemic times [6]. As of 2024, approximately 11% of U.S. workers identify as digital nomads [6].

Where Digital Nomads Live and Work

Countries in Europe and Latin America are seeing higher participation rates thanks to improved remote work infrastructure and favorable visa policies [1]. Many countries now offer dedicated digital nomad visas to attract this growing population—over 64 countries have been analyzed for their digital nomad-friendliness across factors like visa procedures, tax optimization, economics, quality of life, and tech infrastructure [2].

Who Are Digital Nomads?

The average digital nomad in 2026 is around 37 years old and single [8]. In terms of employment:

• 34% are remote workers employed by companies with "work-from-anywhere" policies
• 25% are entrepreneurs and solopreneurs running location-independent businesses [10]

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