Hulhumalé, Maldives 🇲🇻
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Hulhumalé is relatively expensive due to import reliance and tourism-driven pricing, making daily expenses high for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is costly, with limited budget options; most housing targets tourists or affluent residents.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Food prices are elevated due to imports; local produce is limited but some affordable street food options exist.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal but affordable; taxis and ferries are moderately priced for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be expensive, mostly centered around resorts and tourist activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are pricey compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
The Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable, pegged loosely to the US dollar, with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds with fiber-optic infrastructure in Hulhumalé, suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but options are limited and not always reliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; most are tourist-oriented.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Hulhumalé is not yet a popular digital nomad hub, though interest is growing.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and marine environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets, maintained due to tourism importance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist areas, but Dhivehi is the local language; some communication challenges exist.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to oceanic location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented activities but safe and clean environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for serious conditions, travel to Malé or abroad is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but can be expensive for advanced treatments.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; adequate for minor issues but not comprehensive.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and abundant sunshine, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
35%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk but vulnerable to sea-level rise and occasional tropical storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
52%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks but surrounded by natural marine environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have reliable air conditioning due to tropical heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
12%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; climate is consistently tropical.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to island setting and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Islamic traditions and islander heritage; limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited, mostly quiet with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to beaches, coral reefs, and marine life for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly informal or online.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of island tours, snorkeling, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly resort-based.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Predominantly seafood and international cuisine with limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly in resorts or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
42%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; some hotel-based facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits widely available; limited vegetarian/vegan-specific options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+5 time zone is moderately favorable for Europe and Asia-based digital nomads.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few networking events or professional meetups for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community; mostly isolated individuals.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Scarce coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with minimal support infrastructure.
💳 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 regulatory clarity on crypto usage.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Velana International Airport nearby with good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal; reliance on taxis and ferries.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Hulhumalé is compact and walkable, though infrastructure is still developing.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing; taxis dominate transport.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Ferry services connect islands but are infrequent and weather-dependent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout Hulhumalé with reliable service.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
85%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No income tax in the Maldives, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; criticism of government can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; strict documentation and residency requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Complex procedures and limited support for foreign entrepreneurs.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Hulhumalé.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but conservative cultural norms apply.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; tourists generally welcomed but local customs respected.