💰 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
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues due to security concerns and cultural restrictions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and often expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Iraqi dinar experiences volatility due to political and economic instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
38%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity and comfort are inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of 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 decent coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance is affected by security concerns and limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Pollution and waste management issues impact environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Public areas often suffer from poor sanitation and littering.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic and Kurdish are dominant; English proficiency is low outside educated circles.
💨 Air Quality
28%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant problem, especially in urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
30%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped with limited advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality is inconsistent.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Limited access to reliable healthcare; expats often seek treatment abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with long sunny periods; summers can be very hot.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Mostly hot and dry with mild winters; limited seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Urban noise is common but not extreme; varies by neighborhood.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage, though access can be limited.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited due to security and cultural restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
30%
Weight: 15
Few natural outdoor recreational options within the city.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and Kurdish exist but are limited for foreigners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours available but tourism infrastructure is minimal.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Traditional Iraqi cuisine is rich and affordable; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers available, often expensive and basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is favorable for working with Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and faces many challenges.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment infrastructure; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
International airport with some connections but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
City layout and safety concerns limit walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but are not widespread or fully reliable.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually non-existent and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and domestic flight options; infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good in urban areas but patchy in outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but can be slow or intermittently blocked.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate but enforcement and clarity vary.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech due to political and social constraints.
🏛️ Political Stability
25%
Weight: 20
Ongoing security concerns and political instability affect daily life.
🏦 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 slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or specific remote work permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads due to security and infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
Very few if any digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or support networks for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
Security risks remain high due to political instability and crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural and safety issues limit female freedom and comfort.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance but some ethnic and sectarian tensions exist.