Berati, Albania 🇦🇱
#1625
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Berati is very affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in apartments or guesthouses.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer fresh produce and meals at very reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and shared rides are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but what exists is low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; memberships are affordable but not premium.
💱 Currency Stability
69%
Weight: 30
Albanian lek has moderate stability but can fluctuate due to economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-40 Mbps; reliable in central areas but can be spotty in outskirts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small cafes or informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
41%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; quiet work environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Berati is not yet a popular destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress, but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings with minimal industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas lack regular maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Albanian is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Low pollution levels due to small population and limited traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; some seasonal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of floods or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by hills and nature; parks within the city are modest but pleasant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations more likely to have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
67%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers dominate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich history and UNESCO heritage sites; traditional Albanian culture is vibrant.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, and scenic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
43%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Traditional Albanian cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and local organic products widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 (CET) suitable for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is very limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; mostly informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Berati.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tirana, about 2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options within the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other cities exist but are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free environment for expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Berati digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural conservatism.