Casablanca, Morocco 🇲🇦
#454
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can vary; city center apartments are more expensive.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer affordable options; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and widely used, with affordable taxis and buses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with local cultural events being affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but membership fees are moderate, not very cheap.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Moroccan dirham is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; reliable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces; growing but still sparse compared to major hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread or well-known.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hotspot yet; more popular among tourists than remote workers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on social and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; some industrial areas affect air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
48%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas have litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French dominate; English is less common, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be an issue, especially in traffic-heavy zones.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly amenities but limited compared to Western cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities in private sector; public services are basic.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
63%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible; private clinics offer better services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited green areas within the city; parks exist but are not abundant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; not much variation between seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Urban noise can be high, especially in busy districts and markets.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with a blend of Arab, Berber, and French influences.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is limited; more subdued compared to other major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
62%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and some natural parks; limited urban outdoor options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and French are available but not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Rich in cultural tours, markets, and historic sites for immersive experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
53%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and malls available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
85%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Moroccan cuisine with many affordable options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness culture is still developing.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but depends on choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone is convenient for European and African connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking for digital nomads; growing but small community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is underdeveloped; informal market dominates.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic; amenities and community are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with government support but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
58%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services improving but not fully digital.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Mohammed V International Airport connects to Europe, Africa, and some global hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Tram and bus systems available but can be crowded and less reliable.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but overall urban layout is car-oriented.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local equivalents operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
38%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; not a common mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Moroccan cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout is limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; some occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can occur in some areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some cafes and hotels but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain for many nationalities; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; moderate freedom compared to Western countries.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence of nomad communities based in Casablanca.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and expats; petty crime exists but manageable.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional incidents reported.