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Monastir, Tunisia 🇹🇳
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Monastir offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it very affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with many affordable options for apartments and short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive; fresh produce and staples are affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are very cheap, making local travel economical.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but fewer high-end facilities are available.
💱 Currency Stability
61%
Weight: 30
The Tunisian Dinar experiences moderate fluctuations but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent in urban areas but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Monastir is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, resulting in a smaller community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal location offers good air quality and pleasant surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas suffer from litter and maintenance issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal breezes and low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with access to schools and family activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but may lack advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical care may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and mild winters; limited variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some areas near markets or traffic can be noisy.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historic sites and traditional Tunisian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited, with few bars and clubs compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
51%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Arabic and French but limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Traditional Tunisian cuisine is flavorful and affordable; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating is accessible but not widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 time zone is convenient for European and African remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote work is international.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-developed locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those available are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Monastir airport offers regional flights but limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available but limited coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unavailable; taxis are common alternative.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Train and bus services connect Monastir to other Tunisian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Few rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
72%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions on media and political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but overall stable environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Bank account opening can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is improving but still involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Monastir.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates, but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some cultural conservatism exists.