Vlorë, Albania 🇦🇱
#1723
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially outside peak tourist season; options range from budget apartments to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer fresh and inexpensive produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; limited but affordable options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and cultural events, though limited variety compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Albanian lek is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds in urban areas; some variability in rural zones.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small-scale and emerging.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
69%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; growing awareness.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Still an emerging destination for digital nomads with low current presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with good air quality and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas could improve waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Albanian is primary language; English spoken mainly by younger population and in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking quiet environment; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; more complex treatments require travel to Tirana or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are inexpensive compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities but adequate for minor issues; emergency services can be slower.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate earthquake risk; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal areas; not abundant but accessible.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in newer buildings and hotels; less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers; limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
68%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger urban centers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife scene focused on bars and beach clubs; quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and natural parks; good for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Growing number of tours and cultural experiences targeting tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
49%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; few cinemas and cultural venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and Mediterranean influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
36%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; mostly small-scale or informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
54%
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 time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and limited in amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
39%
Weight: 15
Small and emerging startup ecosystem centered mostly in Tirana.
💳 Local Payment Services
57%
Weight: 10
Cash is still dominant; card payments growing but not universal.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
44%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption; some interest but infrastructure and regulation lag.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Vlorë lacks a major airport; nearest international airport is in Tirana (~2.5 hours away).
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options within the city; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
61%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
37%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis are common alternative.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
54%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
46%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter and bike rental options; mostly seasonal and tourist-focused.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
64%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
62%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign investors.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
71%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Improving process but still involves some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
47%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination with limited infrastructure tailored to nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; growing but not yet significant.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some cultural conservatism but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Mixed tolerance levels; some xenophobia reported but improving.