💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major global cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher near industrial zones; options are limited compared to bigger cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but fuel and taxis are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; mostly family-oriented venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Omani Rial is stable and pegged to the US dollar, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds in urban areas; fiber is available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small offices or business centers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; atmosphere not always conducive to long work sessions.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
24%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads yet; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good balance with relaxed lifestyle but limited social activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution, especially outside industrial zones.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets are well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Arabic is primary language; English is widely understood in business and tourism but less so in local markets.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality but occasional dust storms can reduce it.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to Muscat is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are reasonable, especially in public facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor health issues; limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very sunny days; winters are mild and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
92%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
43%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Widely available and necessary due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and dry year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Omani heritage and customs.
🌃 Nightlife
27%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
74%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and desert landscapes offers outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities for immersive Arabic learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and excursions available but less developed than in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with traditional Omani and Middle Eastern dishes; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga or wellness studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; healthy eating options are moderate.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
UTC+4 time zone is convenient for Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not very well developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
31%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; digital payment adoption growing but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
54%
Weight: 30
Sohar Airport has limited flights; major international travel requires Muscat airport.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transportation infrastructure is minimal.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but city is spread out and car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber or local equivalents are available but limited.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and weather can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
58%
Weight: 15
Good road connections to Muscat and other cities; limited public intercity transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
79%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; some occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in malls and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; no specific digital nomad visa yet.
📊 Tax Friendliness
88%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, making it very tax-friendly for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions on speech; sensitive topics are avoided.
🏛️ Political Stability
89%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires local residency or sponsorship.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate process with some paperwork; easier in free zones.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
32%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
28%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Sohar digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but conservative cultural context.