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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities; local goods and services are reasonably priced.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is moderately priced; options range from budget apartments to mid-range rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is affordable with many traditional options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and shared rides are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; cultural sites are affordable or free.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number and somewhat costly relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent in urban areas but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomad infrastructure is minimal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
72%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for cultural immersion and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some areas affected by dust and traffic.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some public areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and business areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to dust and vehicle emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented culture; limited entertainment for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent with some private clinics offering good care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare infrastructure is available; serious cases may require travel to Amman.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Hot, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny with low rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; more natural areas outside urban zones.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and cool winters; limited variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; traffic and street noise common in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many archaeological sites and traditional events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited; few bars or clubs due to cultural norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Proximity to natural attractions like mountains and the Dead Sea; good for hiking and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic exist but are limited; informal language exchange possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Many cultural tours and historical sites available; strong tourism infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cafes and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Excellent traditional Middle Eastern cuisine; fresh and flavorful local dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; wellness culture is not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional healthy dishes widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+2, convenient for European and Middle Eastern time zones; moderate for Americas and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events; small expat and digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance ecosystem is underdeveloped; few platforms or local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic amenities; not optimized for digital nomads.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene mainly centered in Amman; limited activity in Madaba.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity; crypto use is minimal.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Amman, about 30-40 minutes away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is minimal; reliance on taxis and private cars.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Careem operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor; roads are not bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good bus and taxi connections to Amman and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally stable with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; 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 moderate expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors; occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic; residency often required.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but can be time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Madaba.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but women can live comfortably.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some cultural conservatism present.