Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
#874
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Nomad Score:
75%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities; low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and short-term rentals, especially outside the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Public transport is very cheap; metro and buses are affordable and efficient.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
84%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife, cinemas, and cultural events with low entry fees.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but vary in quality; some premium gyms cost more.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Georgian Lari has moderate volatility; occasional fluctuations but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good average speeds (30-50 Mbps) with reliable fiber in central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Tbilisi, growing but still limited compared to larger hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
86%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
77%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
71%
Weight: 100
Increasingly popular among nomads, especially from Europe and Asia.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure options and a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but air quality is generally acceptable; some green areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is improving but some areas can be littered or less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Georgian language is unique; English is spoken in tourist and expat areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution especially in winter due to heating; better in spring and summer.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
69%
Weight: 20
Decent private healthcare facilities in Tbilisi; public healthcare is basic.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is available but limited outside the capital.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with hot summers and cold winters; some seasonal variation.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas in the city, though not abundant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
69%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings and hotels but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and snowy winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich history, unique traditions, and vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
76%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, especially in central districts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains and nature reserves for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools for English or other languages; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Many cultural tours, wine tastings, and historical excursions available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
67%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and cinemas available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Georgian cuisine with growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; quality varies.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; vegetarian and vegan options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
GMT+4; convenient for Europe and parts of Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community with meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
59%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community; infrastructure improving.
🏢 Coworking Quality
73%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities but fewer options than major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem supported by government incentives.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Increasing availability of digital payment options; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
65%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption but regulatory framework still developing.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections to Europe, Middle East, and Asia.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Affordable metro and bus system covering most of the city.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-hailing apps like Bolt and Yandex widely used.
🚲 Cycling
52%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain makes cycling challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and minibus connections to other Georgian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Few scooter rentals; bike rentals are limited and not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city and most rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
79%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional short outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa-free entry for many nationalities; easy visa on arrival for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
74%
Weight: 30
Low personal and corporate tax rates; simple tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political pressures exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but overall stable environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
78%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward and fast process for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
79%
Weight: 35
Georgia offers a visa regime favorable to long-term stays for remote workers.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Supportive environment with growing infrastructure for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
69%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events but smaller scale than major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
71%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for nomads in Tbilisi.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some cultural conservatism but urban areas are safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
64%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some incidents reported but generally welcoming to foreigners.