Žabljak, Montenegro 🇲🇪
#1663
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Žabljak offers a low cost of living compared to Western Europe, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite reasonable, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores provide affordable fresh produce, though imported goods can be pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport but low-cost taxis and car rentals available; overall affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive, mostly centered around nature and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Montenegro uses the Euro unofficially, providing currency stability despite not being an EU member.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
61%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally stable but speeds can be inconsistent, especially in remote areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; atmosphere is casual but not optimized for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Žabljak is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, attracting mostly nature lovers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Excellent for balancing work with outdoor activities and relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Located in Durmitor National Park, the environment is pristine and natural.
🧼 Cleanliness
84%
Weight: 10
Generally clean town with good waste management, though some tourist areas can get littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Montenegrin is the primary language; English is spoken by younger people and in tourism but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to mountainous location and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good outdoor activities for families; limited urban amenities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; for serious issues, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
76%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
54%
Weight: 20
Limited local facilities; adequate for minor issues but not specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
53%
Weight: 80
Mountain climate with cold winters and mild summers; can be rainy and snowy, limiting outdoor activities in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional landslides or heavy snow possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
100%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by national park and forests, abundant green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
37%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in accommodations due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, appealing to seasonal outdoor activities.
🔊 Noise Pollution
91%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small size and natural surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Montenegrin customs but limited urban cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Exceptional for hiking, skiing, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
34%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good availability of nature tours, hiking guides, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cafes and local events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Traditional Montenegrin cuisine with some international options; limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
21%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios in town.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities more popular.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available; healthy eating possible but limited restaurant options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
27%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality and amenities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem in Žabljak.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
36%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is Podgorica, about 2.5 hours away; limited direct connections.
🚇 Public Transit
31%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transport; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Small town, easy to walk around most areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
18%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber available.
🚲 Cycling
59%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but mountainous terrain limits casual biking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
42%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby towns exist but are limited in frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
34%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly seasonal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town; some weak spots in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
81%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
76%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Montenegro allows visa-free entry for many countries; visa process is straightforward.
📊 Tax Friendliness
52%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
67%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
51%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local presence; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; not very fast but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads, but good for nature lovers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
17%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
32%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Žabljak digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; traditional culture but generally safe for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but tourists are welcomed.