Aleppo, Syria 🇸🇾
#681
36.19924, 37.163725
Nomad Score:
37%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Significantly lower than many global cities, making it affordable for basic needs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
90%
Weight: 80
Very low rental prices compared to other cities, especially for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, but options are limited and not always reliable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with some activities being low-cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist can be relatively expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
20%
Weight: 30
The Syrian pound has faced significant devaluation and instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and the quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads, making it hard to find suitable workspaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Aleppo is not a known destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Cultural norms allow for a decent work-life balance, but opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues persist, particularly due to conflict and urban decay.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely, with some areas suffering from neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to pollution and dust.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may lack resources and quality.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality may vary.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but advanced care is limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild winters and hot summers, with a generally pleasant climate.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Risk of conflict and instability is high, overshadowing natural disaster risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Experiences four distinct seasons, but extremes can be uncomfortable.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites, though affected by recent conflict.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options available, primarily focused on local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some natural beauty exists, but accessibility is limited due to safety concerns.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools available, making learning Arabic challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and experiences due to safety and infrastructure issues.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is rich and varied, but options are limited for international food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios exist, limiting wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, with few options for organized classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available, but health-focused restaurants are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Nonexistent freelance ecosystem due to economic instability.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup scene is virtually nonexistent due to ongoing conflict.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited payment options available, with reliance on cash.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency due to regulatory issues.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights and connectivity due to ongoing conflict.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and often unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but safety concerns limit exploration.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options available, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in certain areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to local internet restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting daily life.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and restrictive.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax regulations are complex and not favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
10%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is heavily restricted.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
Ongoing conflict and instability severely impact safety and daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficulties exist in opening bank accounts for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
10%
Weight: 10
Business registration is complicated and often not feasible.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa options available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Aleppo is not considered a nomad-friendly destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
10%
Weight: 100
Safety is a major concern due to ongoing conflict.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Tolerance levels can vary, with some ethnic tensions present.