💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities; local goods and services are reasonably priced.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited options for modern apartments; more affordable than Amman.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is inexpensive with traditional Jordanian cuisine.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and shared rides are inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; cultural events are low cost but options are fewer.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
74%
Weight: 30
Jordanian Dinar is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; reliable but not high-speed fiber widely available.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for working but lack dedicated workspaces or power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very few nomads currently reside here.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace; good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Public areas are fairly clean but some streets can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken 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
62%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more advanced care requires travel to Amman.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
64%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
81%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny and dry.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
87%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in most accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
58%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; distinct but not extreme seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
67%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution except during local events.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many archaeological sites and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to natural attractions like mountains and the Dead Sea; good for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Arabic language schools and informal opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours and local experiences, including historical sites and traditional crafts.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Authentic Middle Eastern cuisine with many local eateries and fresh ingredients.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly informal or private classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional healthy dishes are widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+2, convenient for European and Middle Eastern time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the country.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
27%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available are basic and lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem centered more in Amman than Madaba.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment options are growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, about 35 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options within Madaba; mostly taxis and minibusses.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
41%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber operate in Amman but limited in Madaba.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling is possible but not common.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to Amman and other cities; taxis also available.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage with major Jordanian providers; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; generally moderate freedom within cultural limits.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Requires residency and documentation; not very straightforward for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
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
35%
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
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Madaba digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
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 some cultural conservatism exists.