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Yanbu, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major Saudi cities; daily expenses are reasonable but imported goods can be pricier.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited options for short-term stays; mostly apartments and compounds.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; international food items are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; costs vary but options are fewer compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Saudi Riyal is pegged to the US dollar, ensuring strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good 4G and fiber internet available in urban areas with speeds suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or private accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Yanbu is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, with very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Quiet city with a slower pace, allowing for good work-life balance but limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with generally good air quality and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
81%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets are well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Arabic is dominant; English is spoken in business and tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good due to coastal location, though occasional dust storms can affect quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family entertainment options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
69%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are adequate but limited compared to major Saudi cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private care is more expensive but accessible.
🏥 Healthcare
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; specialized care requires travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very sunny days; mild winters and very little rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
92%
Weight: 15
Widely available and essential due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot with mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Saudi culture with Islamic heritage; conservative social norms.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to Red Sea beaches and desert landscapes for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities for learning Arabic locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly malls and limited cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Traditional Saudi cuisine dominant; limited international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; healthy dining options limited but improving.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 is favorable for communication with Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality and amenities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem; mostly centered in larger Saudi cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps are available but less widespread than in major cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity in Saudi Arabia; cautious environment.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Yanbu has a regional airport with limited international flights; major hubs require travel.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transportation infrastructure is minimal.
🚶 Walkability
45%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but city is spread out and car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-hailing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hot climate reduces cycling appeal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and car travel options available; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but some restrictions and slower speeds may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
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
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easier to obtain; business visas require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, favorable for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Strict regulations on speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low risk of political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires residency and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Improving processes but still bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums related to Yanbu digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and generally safe for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture with restrictions on women's freedoms and dress codes.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social conservatism and cultural differences exist.