Bijelo Polje, Montenegro 🇲🇪
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays in apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
82%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but not abundant.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Montenegro uses the Euro unofficially; stable but dependent on Eurozone.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds in town, but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes actively cater to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress and good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings with low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public spaces but some areas need improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is the main language; English is spoken by younger people but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; more complex treatments require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues but limited specialist care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional floods and earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and nearby nature is good.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations more likely to have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild overall; less variation than northern climates.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and history with cultural events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more vibrant scenes in coastal cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to mountains, rivers, and hiking opportunities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; mostly informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available but limited compared to tourist hotspots.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good traditional food options; limited international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but limited specialized stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited digital nomad and professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; mostly reliant on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; few local platforms or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche and limited infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Podgorica, about 1.5 hours away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no urban rail.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps like Uber; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to other cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa-free access for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free environment for expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local residency or significant documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of 2025.
🌍 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 nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but traditional cultural norms present.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some occasional incidents reported.