Gjirokastër, Albania 🇦🇱
#1726
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Gjirokastër is very affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in apartments or guesthouses.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and traditional Albanian cuisine.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are cheap, but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options, though limited variety compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; prices are moderate but not very low.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Albanian Lek is relatively stable but subject to some volatility due to economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-40 Mbps; stable but not high-end fiber in all areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads mostly work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes welcome remote work but infrastructure is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Gjirokastër is not yet a popular destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress and good opportunities for leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings with limited industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
61%
Weight: 10
Historic town with some areas needing better waste management and street cleaning.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Albanian is dominant; English is spoken by younger people but limited overall.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Generally clean air due to low traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
63%
Weight: 25
Quiet town with good outdoor spaces; limited family-specific amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but facilities and services are limited compared to Western standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, but quality trade-offs exist.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical needs 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 earthquake risk; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by hills and nature; parks within town are modest but pleasant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
58%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in older buildings; more common in newer accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
67%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters, some rainfall in autumn and spring.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich history and UNESCO heritage site with vibrant traditional culture.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes with early closing times.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to mountains, hiking, and natural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Albanian exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences focused on history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Traditional Albanian cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and traditional dishes offer healthy choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 (CET) suitable for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem in Gjirokastër.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
37%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
39%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tirana, about 3 hours away by car.
🚇 Public Transit
46%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transport; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
Compact old town with walkable streets, though some steep areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
28%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Hilly terrain limits cycling; some locals use bikes but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
51%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other cities exist but are infrequent and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
63%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some bureaucracy involved for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free media and expression with minor political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
67%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
48%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
23%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or groups focused on Gjirokastër digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but traditional cultural norms may require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally welcoming.