💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for shared apartments or budget studios.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
93%
Weight: 20
Public transport and auto-rickshaws are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
80%
Weight: 15
Affordable cinemas, cultural events, and local entertainment options.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality varies; premium gyms cost more.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Indian Rupee experiences moderate fluctuations but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
71%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 50-70 Mbps; mobile internet is good.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
68%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but not as abundant or modern as metro cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Ahmedabad is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to other Indian cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with valid ID and proof of address.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture can be intense; however, local lifestyle allows for relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
41%
Weight: 15
Industrial city with moderate pollution and environmental challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
City has improved sanitation but still faces issues with waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
English is widely understood in business and tourist areas; Gujarati and Hindi dominate.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels can be high, especially in winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Family amenities available but not a primary expat destination.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Good private hospitals available; public healthcare is basic.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure for routine and emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot semi-arid climate with very hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional heatwaves and droughts.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
72%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and offices have AC due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
42%
Weight: 10
High noise levels common due to traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, crafts, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after 10 PM.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Few natural attractions nearby; mostly urban environment.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Gujarati and Hindi through local classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and heritage walks available but less touristy.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Vibrant vegetarian cuisine with many local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga centers available, though not as numerous as metro cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers accessible but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables, and vegetarian meals.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5:30; favorable for Asia-Europe overlap but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and business community but still developing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly IT and service sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Freelance work growing but infrastructure and support limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities but not premium.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some government support.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of digital wallets and UPI payment system.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Interest growing but regulatory environment uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport connects to major Indian cities and some international destinations.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus network available but limited metro infrastructure as of 2025.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
78%
Weight: 15
Uber and Ola widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and heat are deterrents.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals available but not widespread or standardized.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage with emerging 5G in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable with few restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but mostly stable supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in malls and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas available but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with moderate rates; no special nomad incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions and social sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable local governance with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Ahmedabad-based digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for foreigners but usual urban precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Women can travel and work but cultural norms require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.