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Fethiye, Turkey 🇹🇷
#294 ,

Nomad Score: 66%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to Western Europe and North America, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside peak tourist season; good options for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83% Weight: 20
Public transport and dolmuş minibuses are cheap; taxis moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76% Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including local events, cinemas, and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72% Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable monthly rates, though fewer premium options.
💱 Currency Stability
41% Weight: 30
Turkish Lira has experienced volatility and inflation, impacting purchasing power.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
78% Weight: 100
Generally reliable with speeds averaging 50-100 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; some cafes offer work-friendly environments but not widespread.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73% Weight: 30
Many cafes provide free WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
61% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50% Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among tourists than long-term digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and leisure activities supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75% Weight: 15
Coastal location offers clean air and natural surroundings, though some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63% Weight: 10
Generally clean public areas, but some streets and beaches can have litter.
🗨️ Language Barrier
47% Weight: 30
Turkish is dominant; English spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
71% Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal winds and low industrial activity.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
70% Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe environment.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
68% Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities; private clinics offer good standards but limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84% Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
70% Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with some language barriers; emergency services adequate.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
92% Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; mostly sunny year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60% Weight: 10
Moderate earthquake risk; low risk of floods or other disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74% Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and nearby mountains for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
78% Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild winters and hot summers; less variation than temperate zones.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65% Weight: 10
Moderate noise in tourist areas; quieter in residential zones.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
83% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage blending Mediterranean and Turkish influences.
🌃 Nightlife
57% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife compared to larger cities; mostly bars and beach clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90% Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
52% Weight: 10
Some language schools available; immersion possible but limited formal options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81% Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural tours, boat trips, and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment; some cinemas and cultural centers.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
86% Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Turkish cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50% Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79% Weight: 15
Fresh produce and Mediterranean diet promote healthy eating.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70% Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone suitable for European and Middle Eastern clients; less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43% Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
51% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly developed.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
35% Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Fethiye; most activity centered in Istanbul or Ankara.
💳 Local Payment Services
62% Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services available but less advanced.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest but infrastructure lacking.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
58% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Dalaman, about 45 minutes away with international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
59% Weight: 20
Local minibuses and dolmuş available; no formal bus or rail system.
🚶 Walkability
67% Weight: 20
Town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45% Weight: 15
Limited availability of Uber or similar; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
60% Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63% Weight: 15
Buses connect to major cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
57% Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available mainly for tourists.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70% Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
74% Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60% Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to cafes and hotels.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
75% Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival or e-visa available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no specific digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55% Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government controls on media.
🏛️ Political Stability
60% Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58% Weight: 15
Possible but requires residency or local address; bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52% Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
55% Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30% Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42% Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Fethiye.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
78% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but generally safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional incidents reported.

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