Al Hudaydah, Yemen 🇾🇪
#2136
15.115932, 42.844785
Nomad Score:
31%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other cities, but economic instability affects prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, but quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly due to limited availability.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; reliance on taxis or private vehicles increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment options available, and those that exist can be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities; memberships can be pricey relative to local wages.
💱 Currency Stability
25%
Weight: 30
Currency is unstable due to ongoing conflict and economic challenges.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
30%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes with WiFi; quality and reliability are often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Scarcity of cafes catering to digital nomads; few conducive environments for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads due to safety and infrastructure issues.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can be challenging due to economic conditions and job availability.
🌳 Environmental Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Environmental quality is affected by conflict and lack of infrastructure.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; urban areas often struggle with waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language; English is not widely spoken, creating a moderate barrier.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to pollution and dust, especially in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack necessary resources.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality may not meet expectations.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available; serious conditions may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with plenty of sunshine, though summers can be quite hot.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of conflict-related disruptions; less risk from natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm climate year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but ongoing conflict limits cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; safety concerns further restrict activities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Some natural beauty exists, but access can be limited due to safety issues.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few formal opportunities to learn Arabic; informal learning may be possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited options for tours and local experiences due to safety and infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable, but variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available; wellness culture is not well established.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; quality and availability vary.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy local food options, but limited availability of diverse choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is moderately favorable for global communication.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities due to local economic conditions.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; few platforms and opportunities available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Nonexistent coworking spaces limit quality options for remote work.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene due to ongoing conflict and economic instability.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available; reliance on cash is common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency due to regulatory issues.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is a challenge.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are scarce and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but safety concerns limit mobility.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually nonexistent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; road conditions can be poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental options available for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
30%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to local internet restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting daily life and work.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very few public WiFi options available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and lengthy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is in place, but enforcement is inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; censorship is common.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
Ongoing conflict severely impacts political stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging due to bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
10%
Weight: 10
Difficulties in business registration due to regulatory hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall, the environment is not friendly for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
Safety is a significant concern due to ongoing conflict.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can make it challenging for women to navigate safely.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
General tolerance exists, but cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings.