💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially for long-term stays; limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are inexpensive; limited options but sufficient for city size.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; cultural events and local tours are budget-friendly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are low compared to global averages.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Egyptian pound has moderate volatility; some inflation concerns but relatively stable short-term.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 10-20 Mbps; stable but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices or cafes used by freelancers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies; not all are digital nomad friendly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very few nomads currently choose Aswan.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase SIM cards with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of downtime and cultural experiences; slower pace than major cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to desert climate; some dust and pollution near traffic.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation standards vary widely.
🗨️ Language Barrier
38%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Mostly good due to low industrial activity; occasional dust storms reduce quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited entertainment options for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced medical services require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
93%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with abundant sunshine and minimal rain; very dry and warm year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks; mostly desert landscape with some riverside vegetation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer buildings; less prevalent in older or local housing.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; consistently hot and dry with mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; traffic and market noise common but not overwhelming.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with ancient sites and Nubian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to Nile river, desert landscapes, and archaeological sites; excellent for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic exist but are limited; few formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, Nile cruises, and historical site visits available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; limited cinemas, malls, or cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Traditional Egyptian and Nubian cuisine widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; basic facilities mostly.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+2 timezone is convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not optimized for digital nomads.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Aswan; most Egyptian startups are in Cairo or Alexandria.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; mobile payments growing but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest but regulatory environment uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Aswan International Airport has limited flights mostly domestic and some regional.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no metro or tram; taxis and microbuses common.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic; sidewalks can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber have limited presence; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Few cycling lanes; hot climate and traffic make cycling challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Trains and buses connect Aswan to other cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 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 throughout city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some occasional restrictions or slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on speech and internet content.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional protests and political tensions occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires significant documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Virtually no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Aswan for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime can occur but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution especially when alone.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural differences and occasional discrimination.