Podgorica, Montenegro 🇲🇪
#1075
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Podgorica offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with decent options for apartments in the city center and outskirts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, with affordable options for daily commuting.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues and activities are generally affordable, including cinemas and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
The Euro is used, providing stability, but Montenegro is not part of the EU which may affect financial policies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 4G coverage with average speeds around 50-70 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces, but some modern options exist in the city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Podgorica is not yet a well-known digital nomad hotspot, with a smaller community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some urban pollution but close to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean but some areas could improve waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
59%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is the official language; English is spoken by younger generations and in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate; occasional pollution spikes in winter due to heating.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
57%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but quality varies; private clinics offer better care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially in private sector.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious treatments may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and earthquakes possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
64%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas in the city; more extensive nature nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
67%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters, some seasonal variety.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
71%
Weight: 20
Rich Balkan culture with historical sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
58%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and clubs but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains, rivers, and lakes offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, but not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with Balkan and Mediterranean influences; affordable dining.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is small but growing.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few local platforms or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but lack advanced amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped with limited funding and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
43%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulation; crypto use is niche.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Podgorica Airport offers connections to major European cities but limited long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus network covers the city but is infrequent and not very modern.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of international ride-sharing apps; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
47%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not well developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to neighboring countries are available but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes; not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa-free entry for many nationalities; short-term stays are straightforward.
📊 Tax Friendliness
53%
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
62%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
56%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
39%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Podgorica; limited forums or groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; some cultural conservatism but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Mixed tolerance levels; generally peaceful but occasional discrimination reported.