Algiers, Algeria 🇩🇿
#131
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside the city center, but quality varies.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and widely used, with affordable taxis.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with cinemas and cafes.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
45%
Weight: 30
Algerian dinar experiences moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; stable but not very fast for heavy uploads.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but work culture is traditional.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; coastal location helps air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent; some areas have litter and poor waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Air quality fluctuates; some pollution from traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is basic; private clinics offer better services but at higher cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
48%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within the city; some coastal natural areas nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; mostly warm with some cooler winter months.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with strong Arab and French influences.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited and conservative compared to Western cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
67%
Weight: 15
Access to Mediterranean coast and nearby mountains for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and French are available but not widely promoted.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences, but tourism infrastructure is limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as malls and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Traditional Algerian cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; wellness culture is not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and sports clubs available but not abundant.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; healthy eating is possible but not mainstream.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 is convenient for European and African time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent and not well organized.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; facilities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still limited in scale and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment adoption is growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Houari Boumediene Airport connects to major European and African cities.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Metro and bus systems exist but coverage and reliability vary.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but overall urban planning favors vehicles.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of international ride-sharing apps; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Algerian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions and slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; some nationalities face restrictions.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
42%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on media and public expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional protests and political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy is high; non-residents face challenges.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is slow and involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to nomads in Algiers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Conservative social norms; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some discrimination reported but generally peaceful coexistence.