Douz, Tunisia 🇹🇳
#1506
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Douz is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is inexpensive, with options ranging from guesthouses to modest apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and fresh options; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Local transport is cheap but limited; taxis are affordable but not abundant.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive, mostly cultural events and local gatherings.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
61%
Weight: 30
Tunisian Dinar has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces in Douz; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be unreliable and slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working; not a common digital nomad destination.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads; more known for tourism and desert experiences.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on outdoor and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Desert environment with clean air but limited greenery.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Generally clean town but some areas show signs of limited municipal services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to desert location, though occasional dust storms occur.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to larger cities is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in Douz; adequate for minor ailments but lacks specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with abundant sunshine and very low rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional sandstorms are the main concern.
🏞️ Green Spaces
23%
Weight: 10
Very limited green spaces due to desert environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in hotels and some accommodations but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small size and desert location.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich local Berber and desert culture with traditional festivals and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with occasional local events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for desert exploration, camel treks, and star gazing.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
31%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
90%
Weight: 10
Strong availability of desert tours, cultural experiences, and traditional markets.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Traditional Tunisian cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Douz.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few basic fitness options; mostly informal or hotel gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables available; traditional diet includes healthy staples.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 is convenient for European time zones but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking for digital nomads due to low presence.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work depends on internet connectivity.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Very small freelance community locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem in Douz.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness in the region.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
32%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is in Tozeur, about 1.5 hours away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options within Douz.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Small town, easy to walk around but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but challenging due to desert heat and limited bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Douz to other cities but schedules are irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi mostly in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest in Tunisia.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic processes can be slow and complicated.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Douz as a nomad destination.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some cultural conservatism exists.