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Jerash, Jordan 🇯🇴
#2049 ,

Nomad Score: 53%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
71% Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities, with low prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than larger Jordanian cities due to tourism.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63% Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate prices; more affordable than Amman but fewer modern apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78% Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and traditional food.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75% Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are affordable but necessary for most travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
54% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; mostly cultural and historical sites with low entry fees.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership tends to be pricier due to scarcity.
💱 Currency Stability
79% Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with government controls maintaining steady value.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
57% Weight: 100
Moderate speeds; 4G widely available but fiber-optic infrastructure is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21% Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomads mostly work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48% Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and historical sites supports balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74% Weight: 15
Clean air and low pollution due to small city size and limited industry.
🧼 Cleanliness
65% Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, though some tourist spots can be crowded.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43% Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is understood in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
78% Weight: 15
Good air quality with minimal industrial pollution.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
60% Weight: 25
Safe environment with cultural activities; limited international schools.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
50% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for specialized care, travel to Amman is often required.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55% Weight: 20
Limited local facilities; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies or complex treatments.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
86% Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
49% Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces; surrounding countryside offers natural areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60% Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild winters and hot summers; limited extreme weather.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72% Weight: 10
Low noise levels due to small city size and limited traffic.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
89% Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with ancient ruins and traditional Jordanian culture.
🌃 Nightlife
32% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
77% Weight: 15
Proximity to archaeological sites and natural landscapes offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
51% Weight: 10
Some Arabic language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
85% Weight: 10
Abundant tours of ancient ruins and cultural experiences tailored for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly museums and cultural centers.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
73% Weight: 25
Traditional Jordanian cuisine widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20% Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35% Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional healthy dishes are common.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74% Weight: 20
UTC+2, convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23% Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work depends on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25% Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
20% Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Jerash; more vibrant in Amman.
💳 Local Payment Services
55% Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30% Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity; limited local usage.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
37% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Amman, about 50 km away; no local airport.
🚇 Public Transit
25% Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private cars.
🚶 Walkability
50% Weight: 20
Small city center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are limited or unavailable; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
35% Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not common for daily transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55% Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to Amman and other cities but schedules are irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10% Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65% 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
40% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and hotels.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50% Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; generally safe for personal expression but political speech is sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
70% Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors; occasional protests but low violence.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40% Weight: 15
Requires residency or local sponsor; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35% Weight: 10
Complex procedures and paperwork; not streamlined for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
30% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10% Weight: 25
Almost no organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20% Weight: 20
Very small online presence or groups related to Jerash digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
75% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50% Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but women can live and work safely.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than major cities.

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