💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for shared or modest apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and fresh options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but affordable where available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced, though fewer in number compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with low inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-40 Mbps; reliable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some urban congestion.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in universities and tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
58%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor during dust storms.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented culture.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities, especially in private sector.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with some limitations in specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in most buildings, especially newer constructions.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly cafes and low-key venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Close to nature spots like Ajloun forests and the Dead Sea.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Arabic language schools available but limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Strong Middle Eastern cuisine with fresh and flavorful options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+2, convenient for European and Middle Eastern time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment options growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity on crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Queen Alia International Airport (~1.5 hours away).
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses and shared taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but overall car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem operate but less prevalent.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Poor cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other Jordanian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well with few restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; generally safe for foreigners.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but manageable with local assistance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa 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 digital nomads in Irbid.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some cultural conservatism.