Budva, Montenegro 🇲🇪
#1077
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe; cheaper than major EU cities but more expensive than inland Montenegro.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Prices rise significantly during tourist season; off-season rentals are more affordable but limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are affordable; dining out is moderately priced, especially outside peak tourist areas.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and rideshares are affordable for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options can be pricey during summer; off-season offers better value.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are reasonable compared to Western Europe.
💱 Currency Stability
80%
Weight: 30
Uses the Euro unofficially, providing currency stability despite not being an EU member.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Generally reliable with speeds averaging 50-100 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages during peak season.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small-scale and seasonal, with few professional setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but not widespread or well-equipped.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among tourists than long-term digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Coastal air quality is good; some urban pollution during peak tourist season.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but tourist influx can strain waste management in summer.
🗨️ Language Barrier
53%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is official; English is common in tourist areas but less so elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Good air quality overall, especially near the coast and natural areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; more complex care requires travel to larger cities or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist availability.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; ideal for outdoor activities most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
69%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and nearby natural reserves; coastal and mountainous green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer apartments; less so in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters; limited snow in nearby mountains.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with festivals and traditional events.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant during summer with clubs and bars; quieter off-season.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, mountains, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours, especially in tourist season.
🎳 Indoors Fun
52%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Strong Mediterranean and Balkan cuisine presence; fresh seafood widely available.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some seasonal offerings.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and seafood support healthy eating; vegetarian options less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suits most European and some Asian remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging but underdeveloped freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly professional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem; most startups are small and informal.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited infrastructure and regulation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Tivat, with seasonal flights; Podgorica airport offers more connections but farther away.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
Compact old town is very walkable; newer areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of international ride-sharing apps; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to other Montenegrin cities and neighboring countries; limited train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Seasonal scooter and bike rentals available, especially in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban and coastal areas; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply; occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa-free access for many nationalities; straightforward short-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local presence; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still involves bureaucracy and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and services tailored to nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups dedicated to Budva nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some traditional attitudes persist but urban areas are more open.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional incidents reported; tourist areas more welcoming.