Shkodër, Albania 🇦🇱
#1724
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
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; options range from basic apartments to modern flats.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive; fresh produce is abundant and affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; walking is common in the city center.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; local events and cafes offer good value.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low compared to Western standards.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Albanian lek is relatively stable but can experience moderate fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds in urban areas; some variability in connection quality.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few dedicated hubs for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection speed and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities for downtime and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
64%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas could improve waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
47%
Weight: 30
Albanian is the main language; English is spoken by younger generations but limited overall.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, with occasional pollution spikes in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with basic amenities; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more complex treatments require travel to Tirana or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; private clinics offer better service but at higher cost.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate earthquake risk; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Some parks and nearby natural areas, but urban green space is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
59%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in all accommodations; more common in newer buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters, limited extreme cold.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some street noise present.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with traditional festivals and local crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; some bars and cafes open late but not vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains, lakes, and natural parks offering hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but not highly developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; niche market with limited availability.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and traditional healthy dishes are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 (CET) time zone suitable for European and some US remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
41%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
37%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tirana, about 2 hours away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; not widely used for commuting.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
56%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
39%
Weight: 10
Few rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some cafes and public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward short-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
62%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents but complex regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
71%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
64%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
53%
Weight: 15
Requires local documentation; process can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
57%
Weight: 10
Possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Some basic amenities for nomads but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
29%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
34%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or forums dedicated to Shkodër digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms can be conservative in some areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some incidents reported but generally peaceful.