Ohrid, North Macedonia 🇲🇰
#1022
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Ohrid offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western Europe and North America, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, especially outside peak tourist season, with many affordable apartments available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and restaurants provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals, making food costs low.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very affordable; many places are walkable reducing transport needs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but inexpensive, with local cultural events and lakeside activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though fewer high-end facilities compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Macedonian denar is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds averaging around 50-70 Mbps; reliable in most urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; some cafes offer WiFi but dedicated coworking hubs are scarce.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Several cafes provide free WiFi with good connectivity, popular among locals and visitors.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall infrastructure is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Ohrid is not yet a well-known digital nomad hotspot, attracting mostly tourists and seasonal visitors.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beautiful natural surroundings supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Lake Ohrid and surrounding nature are well-preserved, offering clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
71%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, especially in tourist areas, though some parts can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Macedonian is the main language; English is spoken in tourist areas but less so elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant green spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to Skopje or abroad is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mild continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; spring and autumn are pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
91%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakeside areas, and nearby mountains provide excellent green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings but common in newer accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and snowy winters, offering seasonal diversity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with festivals, traditional music, and architecture.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to Lake Ohrid, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
47%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours, including boat trips and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
49%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some museums and cultural centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Traditional Macedonian cuisine with fresh local ingredients; growing number of cafes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer occasional classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and organic options are accessible in markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 (CET) is convenient for European clients and manageable for some US time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; community is small and informal.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; growing but still nascent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; quality varies.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Ohrid; more activity in Skopje.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is in Skopje, about 3 hours away; Ohrid has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Local buses available but limited routes; most rely on walking or taxis.
🚶 Walkability
86%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is very walkable with scenic routes.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis are the main option.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Buses connect Ohrid to other cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
82%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
71%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
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
52%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to top nomad cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Very few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
34%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or forums dedicated to Ohrid digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers, though cultural norms are traditional.
✊ Racial Tolerance
62%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally peaceful coexistence.