Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦
#916
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city compared to Western Europe; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, especially for long-term stays; options include apartments in historic areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer fresh and inexpensive produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; city is compact enough to walk most places.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
83%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and cultural activities, though options are somewhat limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices but not as widespread as in larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the Convertible Mark pegged to the Euro, providing moderate stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
71%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps; stable but not ultra-fast; fiber available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads yet; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace; good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with some urban pollution; river and green areas nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
61%
Weight: 10
Historic areas are maintained but some parts of the city show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
53%
Weight: 30
Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian is dominant; English is spoken by younger people but limited overall.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; occasional pollution during winter heating season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with access to parks and schools but limited international facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
57%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; quality varies and private clinics are better but costly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical care may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; some seasonal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and riverbanks; nature easily accessible nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; some modern accommodations have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters; pleasant spring and autumn.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Close to rivers, mountains, and hiking trails; good for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences centered around history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or theaters.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Traditional Balkan cuisine with affordable and tasty options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly small private classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but limited specialized stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events; small expat and digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
27%
Weight: 15
Very small startup ecosystem with few support structures.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains low and informal.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Mostar International Airport with limited flights; Sarajevo airport is better connected.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus services available but limited routes and schedules.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is very walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bikes but not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public spots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa-free access for many nationalities for short stays; longer stays require permits.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex bureaucracy for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
68%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Some political tensions persist; overall stable but cautious environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 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 digital nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Mostar digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some cultural conservatism but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Mixed tolerance levels; some ethnic tensions remain from past conflicts.