Zabid, Yemen 🇾🇪
#2140
15.858018, 48.662783
Nomad Score:
36%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living, especially compared to Western cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality may vary significantly.
🍎 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 incomes.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities; memberships can be expensive compared to local wages.
💱 Currency Stability
20%
Weight: 30
Currency has been unstable due to ongoing economic issues.
💻 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, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be an issue.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Zabid is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Cultural norms allow for a decent work-life balance, but economic pressures exist.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues present, but some areas are relatively clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be an issue in urban areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Arabic is the primary language, which can pose a barrier for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, with varying quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Generally warm and dry climate, though summers can be very hot.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, including floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; primarily warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some natural beauty nearby, but accessibility is limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for Arabic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited options for tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are scarce.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may be suitable for some remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited freelance ecosystem; few resources available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Non-existent coworking spaces lead to low quality.
📈 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 crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is a challenge.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transport is scarce and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling is not common and infrastructure is poor.
🚄 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
40%
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
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and lengthy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax regulations can be complex and burdensome.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; censorship is present.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
Ongoing conflict and instability significantly impact daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficulties in opening bank accounts for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
10%
Weight: 10
Very challenging to register a business due to bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa options available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not a nomad-friendly environment.
🤝 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 is a concern due to ongoing conflict.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
30%
Weight: 50
Limited tolerance for racial diversity; cultural homogeneity is prevalent.