Kuwait City, Kuwait 🇰🇼
#1064
29.379653, 47.973417
Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, with some expenses being higher than average for the region.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices can be high, especially in desirable areas, but options exist for various budgets.
🍎 Food & Groceries
61%
Weight: 40
Food prices are reasonable, with a mix of local and international cuisine available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but limited; taxis and ride-sharing are available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey, especially for nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with various facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
80%
Weight: 30
Kuwaiti Dinar is one of the strongest currencies, providing good stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Generally good internet speeds, with many areas offering high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to other major cities, but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but the atmosphere may not always be conducive to working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Kuwait City is not a popular destination for digital nomads compared to other cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can vary, but many locals prioritize family and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Environmental quality is average, with some pollution issues in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas may suffer from litter and maintenance issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, and English is not universally spoken.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially during dust storms and hot weather.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are of high quality, with modern facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive, but quality is generally high.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Good access to healthcare services, but costs can be high.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
68%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters; pleasant weather for most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though sandstorms can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in the city, but some parks are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is widely available and essential due to the heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly hot weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited, with few bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some outdoor activities available, but limited natural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, primarily focused on Arabic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as diverse as in other regions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly shopping malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, but some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fitness facilities, though quality can vary.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options are available, but not as widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with global teams.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities are limited, primarily in local industries.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is not widely accepted or supported.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is variable, with limited options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are available but can be limited for international transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Kuwait International Airport offers decent connectivity to major cities.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited, primarily relying on taxis.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City is not very walkable, with limited pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available and commonly used.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal, making it unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Intercity travel options are available but not extensive.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing international content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Power grid is generally reliable, with few outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and not always reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax makes it favorable for expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with restrictions on expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment, though tensions can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and lengthy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms can be restrictive.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Racial tolerance exists, but some discrimination can occur.