Monastir, Tunisia 🇹🇳
#705
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Monastir is quite affordable compared to many global cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially outside peak tourist seasons, with many budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and fresh options, though imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very affordable, making local travel inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local cultural events and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though fewer specialized fitness centers.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Tunisian Dinar has moderate volatility; some inflation concerns exist but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 15-25 Mbps; reliable in urban areas but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or hotels for work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Monastir is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beach access supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent air quality; some urban pollution but generally clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean; some littering in tourist spots.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French dominate; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location, occasional dust from inland.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
61%
Weight: 25
Family-friendly environment with schools and parks but limited expat community.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; advanced care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
61%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist care locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city; more natural spaces outside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer buildings; less prevalent in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; mostly warm year-round with limited variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some traffic and market noise in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Beaches and nearby natural sites offer good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Arabic and French locally, but limited formal classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Several cultural and historical tours available; moderate tourism infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local Tunisian cuisine; fresh seafood and street food popular.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited specialized fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
69%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy Mediterranean diet common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 time zone is convenient for European clients and remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited platforms or support locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not well-developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem mainly in Tunis; Monastir less active.
💳 Local Payment Services
51%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services available but limited international integration.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
24%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Monastir International Airport offers regional flights; limited direct long-haul connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available; no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
44%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other Tunisian cities are available but not frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and seasonal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural spots less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
76%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Limited free public WiFi; mostly in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
46%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of expression; some restrictions on media and speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
54%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political unrest and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
41%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business setup possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
34%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Monastir digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and nomads; petty crime exists but low violent crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender norms; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some cultural conservatism and occasional discrimination.