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Bari, Italy ๐ฎ๐น
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Nomad Score:
63%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to northern Italian cities; cheaper than Milan or Rome but more expensive than many Eastern European cities.
๐ Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but rising due to increased interest; affordable options exist outside the city center.
๐ Food & Groceries
74%
Weight: 40
Local markets and traditional food are affordable; fresh produce and Mediterranean diet staples are widely available.
๐ Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with buses and trains; limited metro options but good regional connectivity.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and local events are moderately priced; nightlife is affordable compared to bigger Italian cities.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Average gym prices; several mid-range gyms and fitness centers available.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
92%
Weight: 30
Euro currency provides strong stability and low volatility.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good fiber-optic internet in central areas; speeds around 100-200 Mbps common.
๐ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited but growing number of coworking spaces; mostly small and boutique-style.
โ Cafes with WiFi
76%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread; quiet spots can be found.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination; less popular than major Italian cities.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on leisure and family time; relaxed pace of life.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and coastal location contribute to pleasant environment.
๐งผ Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas have issues with litter and maintenance.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Italian is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
๐จ Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, especially near the coast; occasional urban pollution.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; family-oriented culture.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system with good hospitals and clinics.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
88%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable and accessible for residents and EU citizens.
๐ฅ Healthcare
86%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with good emergency care.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk but occasional flooding and storms possible.
๐๏ธ Green Spaces
69%
Weight: 10
Several parks and coastal green areas, but limited large urban parks.
โ๏ธ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in all buildings; more common in hotels and newer offices.
๐ Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and mild winters; less extreme seasonal changes.
๐ Noise Pollution
57%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise in city center; quieter in residential neighborhoods.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
90%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and traditional events.
๐ Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs; less vibrant than larger Italian cities.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, hiking trails, and countryside nearby.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
57%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities; limited compared to larger cities.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and culinary tours; less touristy than major hubs.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas available but limited compared to bigger cities.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Excellent traditional Apulian cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
๐ง Yoga Studios
52%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports centers, but not extensive.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Abundance of fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some US remote work.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads; growing startup community.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Italy.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but slowly developing.
๐ข Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
47%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech initiatives but not a major hub.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
71%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payments and banking apps; cash still common.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; Italy overall cautious but growing interest.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Bari Karol Wojtyลa Airport offers domestic and some international flights.
๐ Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Bus network covers city well; no metro system.
๐ถ Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact historic center is very walkable.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Uber not widely available; local taxi apps and services exist.
๐ฒ Cycling
58%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and rental options but infrastructure is limited.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Italian cities.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
53%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike sharing available.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
๐ VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
โก Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with rare outages.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but limited coverage.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Italy has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
๐ Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex bureaucracy for freelancers and remote workers.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable government but occasional political shifts.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires residency or local documentation.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
48%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; improving slowly.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; informal meetups occasionally occur.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Bari digital nomads; more active in larger Italian cities.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏ธ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
โ๏ธ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers; cultural norms are traditional but respectful.
โ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.