Pljevlja, Montenegro 🇲🇪
#1082
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, but options are limited due to the small size of the city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, though limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; prices are low but options are scarce.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Montenegro uses the Euro unofficially, providing currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no dedicated coworking spaces in Pljevlja.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Minimal presence of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Pljevlja is not a known destination among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Quiet town with a slow pace, conducive to work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Some industrial pollution affects air quality; natural surroundings are mixed.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; public spaces are maintained but not pristine.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to local industry and heating methods in winter.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited specialist care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
68%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and nearby natural areas, but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in homes or public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and snowy winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and history, but limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains and rivers offering hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities to learn Montenegrin.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available but not widely developed for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Traditional Balkan cuisine is available; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and sports facilities present but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some global clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote jobs depend on external connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; working from cafes or home is common.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or ecosystem in Pljevlja.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is over 2 hours away; limited direct connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Local bus services exist but are infrequent and limited in routes.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other Montenegrin cities exist but are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G available; 5G limited or absent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Montenegro offers visa-free entry for many countries; visa process is straightforward.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups in the city.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or groups focused on Pljevlja digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but traditional cultural norms may affect experiences.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but generally peaceful.