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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher near the waterfront and tourist areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are affordable; dining out ranges from cheap street food to mid-range restaurants.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but taxis and shared rides are inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but affordable, with local cultural events and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-40 Mbps; reliable but not high-end fiber everywhere.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; some small hubs but not widespread.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for work but lack dedicated nomad amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with good coastal air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Public areas are fairly clean, though some urban spots can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
53%
Weight: 30
Arabic is primary; English is moderately spoken, especially in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented activities but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available; for advanced care, travel to Amman is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
64%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot, dry summers and mild winters with abundant sunshine year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
41%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within city; natural green spaces mostly outside urban area.
❄️ Air Conditioning
77%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly hot and dry with mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to Red Sea beaches, diving spots, and desert landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Arabic language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including diving, desert excursions, and cultural sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse Middle Eastern cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is convenient for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Small startup ecosystem mostly centered in Amman.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Cash is common; digital payment adoption growing but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity for crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
61%
Weight: 30
Aqaba has a small airport with regional flights; major international connections via Amman.
🚇 Public Transit
29%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal; reliance on taxis and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but spread out; sidewalks vary in quality.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
38%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; hot climate limits usage.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Aqaba to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; not widespread or well-developed.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
62%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; no dedicated digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; generally safe for personal expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
67%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Banking requires local residency or sponsorship; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; processes improving but still bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Aqaba digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some cultural conservatism present.