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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities, with low prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than rural Jordan.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Limited options with modest pricing; more affordable than Amman but fewer modern apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets and traditional food are inexpensive; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but cheap; taxis and shared rides are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; cultural sites have low entrance fees.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, often basic facilities; membership prices are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable, pegged to the US dollar, ensuring low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; some areas have fiber but overall connectivity can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary; not all are digital nomad friendly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Jerash is not a known hub for digital nomads; most prefer Amman or Aqaba.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to explore historical sites; slower pace than big cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity; natural surroundings are well preserved.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean but infrastructure maintenance is inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken by younger population but limited outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with cultural activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for specialized care, travel to Amman is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
76%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Hot dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny with low rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
42%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces; natural parks are accessible but outside city center.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; hot summers and cool winters with little precipitation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low traffic noise except during festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with Roman ruins and traditional Jordanian culture.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to archaeological sites and natural landscapes; good for hiking and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal Arabic learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours and historical site visits available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; few cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Traditional Jordanian cuisine widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios in Jerash.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
32%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety and quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and traditional healthy dishes are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 is convenient for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Jerash; Amman is the main hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment adoption is growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption; regulatory environment cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Amman, about 50 km away; no direct airport in Jerash.
🚇 Public Transit
28%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage is limited compared to Amman.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling paths; terrain is hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to Amman and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and mostly limited to cafes or hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom compared to Western standards; self-censorship common.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Lengthy process with strict documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Jerash digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women should exercise caution especially when alone.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural conservatism present.