Nomad Score: 52%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
42% Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, but can be high for certain imported goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51% Weight: 80
Prices vary; guesthouses and local accommodations are available but can be pricey during peak seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63% Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported groceries can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55% Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; local ferries are affordable but can be slow.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs can add up for activities and excursions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
65% Weight: 30
Maldivian Rufiyaa is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
70% Weight: 100
Decent internet speed available, but can vary by location.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25% Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available; mostly limited to resorts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60% Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50% Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; limited community.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a focus on leisure and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85% Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings with a focus on conservation.
🧼 Cleanliness
68% Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas can be littered due to tourism.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60% Weight: 30
Dhivehi is the local language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
80% Weight: 15
Good air quality, especially in less populated areas.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
65% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but specialized care may require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate, but can be high for expatriates.
🏥 Healthcare
60% Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare facilities, but limited compared to larger countries.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
90% Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though humidity can be high.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40% Weight: 10
Risk of tropical storms and rising sea levels; some areas are more vulnerable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55% Weight: 10
Limited green spaces; most natural beauty is found in the surrounding islands.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75% Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public spaces due to the warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30% Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily tropical weather year-round.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
60% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but heavily influenced by tourism.
🌃 Nightlife
35% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly centered around resorts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95% Weight: 15
Stunning natural beauty with excellent opportunities for water sports and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20% Weight: 10
Limited opportunities to learn Dhivehi outside of local interactions.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65% Weight: 10
Various tours available, but can be expensive and tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30% Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; most attractions are outdoor-focused.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
60% Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but dining options can be limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55% Weight: 10
Some yoga studios available, primarily in resorts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40% Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities outside of resorts.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60% Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but heavily reliant on imported goods.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50% Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with clients in different regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20% Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; most work is tourism-related.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20% Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with limited amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
25% Weight: 15
Underdeveloped startup scene; primarily focused on tourism.
💳 Local Payment Services
50% Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but limited options for digital transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10% Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
70% Weight: 30
International airport with decent connectivity, but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30% Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on ferries and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
60% Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15% Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; limited transport options.
🚲 Cycling
20% Weight: 10
Not a bike-friendly environment; limited cycling infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40% Weight: 15
Ferry services available, but can be slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30% Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65% Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can vary by location.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70% Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60% Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but generally reliable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in tourist areas.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain, but longer stays may require additional paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70% Weight: 30
No income tax for expatriates, but other fees may apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40% Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government regulations in place.
🏛️ Political Stability
50% Weight: 20
Moderate political stability; some unrest in the past.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45% Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners; documentation required.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35% Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
30% Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15% Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
75% Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists, but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms should be respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but cultural sensitivity is important.