Bar, Montenegro 🇲🇪
#1081
42.097974, 19.095452
Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable living costs compared to Western Europe, with good value for money.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices, while dining out is reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, and taxis are affordable for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricier than local dining.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with a few options available.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
75%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, though not as fast as in larger European cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads, providing comfortable work environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, with a small community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally clean with beautiful natural surroundings and coastal views.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, though some areas may require more attention.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is the official language; English is spoken but not universally.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, especially in coastal areas, with minimal pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are adequate but may lack advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for basic services.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but specialized care may be limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunny days, especially in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes, but generally safe from major disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available for relaxation and recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations, especially during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but winters can be cold and damp.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with bars and clubs mainly catering to locals.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes, including beaches and mountains, ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available; mostly self-study or informal learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, but options may be limited compared to larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options may be limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, especially in urban areas.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
CET time zone, which is favorable for working with Europe but less so for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads, but some events exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities are growing but still limited compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but not yet well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with some good options but limited availability.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Startup scene is nascent, with few initiatives and support structures.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in Western countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in daily life.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Podgorica Airport is the main hub, with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but may not be as reliable as in larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available; traditional taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not well-developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect to other cities, but options may be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread as in larger tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing global content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally stable, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech exists, but there are some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment, though some tensions exist.
🏦 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 slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Emerging as a nomad-friendly location, but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate levels of racial tolerance, with some cultural diversity.