Aden, Yemen 🇾🇪
#2134
12.789585, 45.028504
Nomad Score:
34%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other cities, but prices can vary significantly due to local conditions.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options are available, but quality and safety can be a concern.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; taxis are available but can be inconsistent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment options available, and those that exist can be pricey relative to local income.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities, and those available can be expensive for the local context.
💱 Currency Stability
20%
Weight: 30
The Yemeni Rial has faced significant devaluation and instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
38%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, making it difficult for digital nomads to find suitable work environments.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be an issue.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Aden is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Cultural norms allow for a relaxed pace of life, but safety concerns can affect balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues are present, including waste management challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be a concern in many areas of the city.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to pollution and dust.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack necessary resources.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, but quality is often lacking.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with plenty of sunny days, though summers can be quite hot.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of conflict and instability rather than natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in many buildings, especially in the hotter months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; primarily warm throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural history, but limited opportunities for cultural engagement.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful coastal areas, but safety concerns limit exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, especially for Arabic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours or experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No known yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Very few fitness facilities available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options exist, but overall variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for some remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited freelance ecosystem.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces, making it difficult to find suitable work environments.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No significant startup scene present.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited payment options; cash is preferred.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights and connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit is very limited and 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 is not common and can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options available.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
30%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs can work, but reliability varies.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi options.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly friendly.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
Ongoing conflict and instability significantly affect the region.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficulties in opening bank accounts due to bureaucratic processes.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
10%
Weight: 10
Very challenging environment for business registration.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific visa options for digital nomads.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not a friendly environment for nomads.
🤝 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
20%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to ongoing conflict and instability.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Limited tolerance for diversity; cultural norms are conservative.