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Agadir, Morocco 🇲🇦
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to Western standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many affordable apartments and shared housing options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and fresh options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, though nightlife is limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but fewer in number and quality varies.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Moroccan dirham is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; reliable in city center but can be inconsistent in outskirts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces with a few options mainly in central Agadir.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread or well-equipped.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, less popular than major Moroccan cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities to balance work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but some urban pollution and dust issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have litter and less frequent street cleaning.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality is decent but can be affected by dust and traffic pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
57%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly amenities but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
61%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Casablanca or Marrakech is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
63%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny weather most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
52%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks within the city; more natural landscapes outside urban areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have AC due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with warm summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
49%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially in busy markets and traffic areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich Moroccan culture with Berber influences, vibrant markets, and traditional crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, mountains, and desert landscapes offering diverse outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools for Arabic and French, but limited English learning centers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, surfing, and desert excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Excellent Moroccan cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios and wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but not many specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 time zone is convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
37%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well established locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
51%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
39%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and centered in Casablanca.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps exist but less developed than in Western countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Agadir Al Massira Airport connects to major European cities but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
54%
Weight: 20
Bus system exists but is basic; no metro or tram.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
48%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of international ride-sharing apps; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
37%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling not common.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Moroccan cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
41%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional short outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
44%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom with some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
51%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
56%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online presence and limited social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and nomads; petty crime exists but manageable.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
61%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.