Durrës, Albania 🇦🇱
#1722
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Durrës offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially outside peak tourist season, with many affordable apartments available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but facilities may vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Albanian lek has moderate stability but can be subject to fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps with generally reliable connections in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few options mostly in central Durrës.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Durrës is not yet a popular destination among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent air quality but some pollution during tourist season.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Albanian is primary language; English is spoken by younger population but limited overall.
💨 Air Quality
64%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes in summer.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
82%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to Tirana or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate earthquake risk; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and newer apartments but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs, more vibrant in summer.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and mountains offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, especially related to history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and Mediterranean influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; mostly small classes or informal groups.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy Mediterranean diet common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 (CET) suitable for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
37%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but slowly growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
33%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption but growing interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tirana (~40 km); limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Local buses available but infrequent and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but not widespread or fully reliable.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bikes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
59%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other cities exist but can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available, mostly seasonal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
77%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
53%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but spotty.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
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
71%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some media limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork; some banks have strict requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
59%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
46%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities exist but overall infrastructure for nomads is limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Durrës.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly but cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Tolerance is moderate; some challenges for visible minorities.