Yanbu, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
#1404
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major Saudi cities; daily expenses are reasonable but imported goods can be costly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited options for short-term furnished apartments; more affordable than Riyadh or Jeddah.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced with limited international cuisine variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Fuel is cheap; taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable; public transport is minimal but not necessary.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; cinemas and malls available but nightlife options are scarce and expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
59%
Weight: 10
Gyms available with moderate pricing; some premium facilities are costly but basic gyms are affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Saudi Riyal is pegged to the US dollar, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good 4G and fiber-optic internet available, though speeds can vary; generally reliable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small offices or business centers without dedicated nomad infrastructure.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity and ambiance are inconsistent; not a strong cafe culture.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited power outlets and seating for long stays.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
17%
Weight: 100
Yanbu is not a known hub for digital nomads; very few expats or nomads reside here.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data plans for visitors.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is traditional; however, the relaxed coastal environment supports decent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with relatively clean air and water; industrial zones nearby can affect localized pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets are generally clean due to strict municipal regulations.
🗨️ Language Barrier
36%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in business and hospitality but limited outside these sectors.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality near the coast; occasional dust storms can reduce air quality temporarily.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with schools and family amenities but limited entertainment options for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities with modern hospitals; more specialized care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
57%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable for residents; expats may need private insurance for better coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare services available; emergency and routine care accessible but limited specialist options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very sunny days; mild winters and very low rainfall, ideal for sun lovers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
81%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional dust storms but no significant earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
34%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks and recreational areas; mostly urban and industrial landscape.
❄️ Air Conditioning
92%
Weight: 15
Widespread use of air conditioning in homes, offices, and public spaces due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; consistently hot with mild winters, lacking distinct seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
71%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels; quiet residential areas with occasional industrial noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
63%
Weight: 20
Rich Saudi Arabian cultural heritage; conservative society with traditional values.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
56%
Weight: 15
Coastal access offers beaches and marine activities; desert landscapes nearby but limited hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; Arabic learning mostly informal or via private tutors.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
42%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available; limited compared to major tourist cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls and cinemas provide indoor entertainment; limited variety overall.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Traditional Saudi cuisine dominates; some international restaurants but limited diversity.
🧠 Yoga Studios
19%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; wellness culture is not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
54%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; limited specialized fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
47%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; healthy dining options limited but improving.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is convenient for Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia; less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
23%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; small expat and business community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
31%
Weight: 20
Local job market focused on oil and industry; few remote job opportunities locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Freelance culture is nascent; limited platforms or communities for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem in Saudi Arabia but Yanbu is not a major hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment and banking apps are growing; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption due to regulatory environment; cautious approach by authorities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Yanbu has a regional airport with limited international flights; major connections require travel to Jeddah or Riyadh.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on private cars and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
37%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas in city center; overall urban sprawl limits pedestrian convenience.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber and Careem operate with reasonable coverage and pricing.
🚲 Cycling
22%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hot climate discourages cycling.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Good road connections to nearby cities; bus services are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
64%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions and occasional slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in malls and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas available but digital nomad-specific visas are not; bureaucratic processes can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
72%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax; some VAT applies to goods and services.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Strict regulations on speech; limited freedom compared to Western standards.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low risk of political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires residency and significant documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Improving processes but still bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Yanbu digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; considered safe for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture with restrictions on women's freedoms; improving but still limited.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; expats generally accepted but cultural differences exist.