Baghdad, Iraq 🇮🇶
#458
33.30617, 44.387221
Nomad Score:
42%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, but prices can vary significantly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rent prices are moderate, but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis and ride-sharing are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey for international standards.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities with varying membership costs; generally higher than local average.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Iraqi Dinar has faced instability, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but can be inconsistent and slow in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Baghdad is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can vary, with long hours common in some sectors.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues persist, including waste management and pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely across different neighborhoods.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to pollution and dust storms.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may lack modern equipment and trained staff.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but specialized care can be lacking.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters, with plenty of sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of natural disasters is low, but political instability poses risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in buildings due to hot weather.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily hot with a short winter.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites, but limited modern cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited and often conservative.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Limited outdoor activities available; mostly urban environment.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for non-Arabic speakers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but safety concerns may limit options.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine, but fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, often lacking in quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem with few platforms available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with low quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup scene is nascent and lacks support.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment services available.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
International airport exists, but limited flight options.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but many are not pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options exist, but can be unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be used, but reliability varies.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and lengthy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and may not favor expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with restrictions on expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political instability remains a concern.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Business registration is complex and often slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Baghdad is not considered a nomad-friendly city.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns persist due to political and social issues.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can make it challenging for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Racial tolerance varies, with some ethnic tensions present.