💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Eilat is moderately expensive compared to other Israeli cities, especially due to its tourist-driven economy.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Accommodation prices are relatively high, particularly during peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Food prices are average for Israel, with some imported goods being costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Local transportation is limited but affordable; taxis and car rentals are common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are mostly tourist-oriented and moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are available but tend to be pricier than in smaller Israeli towns.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
The Israeli Shekel is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds with widespread 4G and growing 5G coverage; fiber is available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small setups catering to tourists and locals.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for work but not many specifically cater to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Eilat is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Relaxed atmosphere with good opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with a desert environment and minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city, maintained well due to tourism focus.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
Hebrew is primary, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to desert location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Family-friendly activities available but limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities, though more limited than larger Israeli cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
56%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare is accessible for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare services with access to hospitals and clinics.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with sunny weather most of the year; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
41%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces due to desert environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widely available and necessary due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and dry year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, higher in tourist areas and during events.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Bedouin influences and Israeli heritage.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, focused on bars and beach clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities like diving, hiking, and desert exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Many tours available including snorkeling, desert safaris, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options beyond hotels and casinos.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Middle Eastern and international cuisine, but somewhat tourist-focused.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Healthy Mediterranean diet options are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
GMT+2/+3 time zone is favorable for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Tel Aviv or Haifa.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and mobile banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; Israel is a tech hub but Eilat less so.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Eilat has a small airport with domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable, but distances can be long and hot.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
67%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate but with limited coverage.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but limited infrastructure and hot climate reduce appeal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect Eilat to other cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available mainly for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile coverage with 4G and expanding 5G networks.
🔒 VPN Reliability
77%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in tourist areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
47%
Weight: 30
Israel has relatively high taxes; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Occasional regional tensions affect overall stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; processes are clear but can be time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Eilat.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates but some regional security concerns.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
58%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some social tensions exist but generally peaceful.