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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, though inflation and instability can affect prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, but quality and safety vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues due to security concerns and cultural restrictions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and more expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
32%
Weight: 30
Iraqi dinar experiences volatility influenced by political and economic instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality and availability are inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads due to security and infrastructure challenges.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and offer affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Pollution and waste management issues affect overall environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Urban areas often suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Arabic and Kurdish are dominant; English is not widely spoken outside educated circles.
💨 Air Quality
28%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant issue, especially in urban centers.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns reduce family friendliness.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped with limited access to advanced care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality and availability are concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services exist but specialized and emergency care is limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with long summers; winters are mild but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes; occasional dust storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
25%
Weight: 10
Few public parks or green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
30%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in urban areas due to traffic and construction.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with unique traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited due to cultural norms and security concerns.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
45%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor recreational areas within city limits.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and Kurdish exist but are not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but limited by security and infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Iraqi cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are rare and not mainstream.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers, mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is favorable for connecting with Europe, Asia, and Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support and funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Cash remains dominant; digital payment infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Baghdad International Airport offers regional flights but limited global connections.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent and often unsafe.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps exist but are limited and sometimes unreliable.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually nonexistent and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services available but limited rail or air options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is widespread but data speeds can be slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional government restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic and time-consuming for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate but enforcement and clarity are inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government and societal restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
25%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political tensions and security issues affect stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads due to infrastructure and security.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or support communities for digital nomads in Baghdad.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
Security concerns due to political instability and occasional violence.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural and safety challenges for women, especially solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic and sectarian tensions exist.