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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited options for modern apartments; more affordable than Amman.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and ride-sharing are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; cultural activities are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and more basic; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with government controls maintaining steady value.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; reliable but not high-speed fiber everywhere.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
24%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hub; very few nomads currently choose Madaba.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to explore cultural sites and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
Public areas are reasonably clean but some streets can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
52%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is understood in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and limited traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with schools and family activities but limited expat community.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Amman is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny and pleasant for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
51%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
73%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; mostly hot summers and mild winters with little variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
67%
Weight: 10
Relatively quiet city with low traffic noise compared to larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many archaeological sites and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to natural attractions like the Dead Sea and mountains; good for hiking and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Arabic language schools and informal learning opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
83%
Weight: 10
Numerous cultural tours, historical sites, and local experiences offered.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional Jordanian and Middle Eastern cuisine; affordable and fresh.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; niche market with limited availability.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional healthy dishes widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+2, suitable for European and Middle Eastern time zones but less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; limited digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local job market not focused on remote work; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem mainly centered in Amman, limited in Madaba.
💳 Local Payment Services
57%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
31%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity; crypto use is limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
34%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Amman, about 30-40 minutes away; no local airport.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transportation options are minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Careem operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
38%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Madaba to Amman and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
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
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; generally safe for expressing opinions cautiously.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors; low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
48%
Weight: 15
Requires residency or local sponsor; paperwork can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; processes can be slow but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
29%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups dedicated to Madaba digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
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 safely.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; some cultural conservatism present.