At a glance
 GR
Ioannina
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 AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Albania |
| Nomad score | 6.4 / 10 | 5.9 / 10 |
| Cost of living | Data unavailable | $1,364 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 18° / 11°C | 20° / 12°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 47 Good | 37 Good |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 19.7°C | 21.4°C |
| Average low | 9.1°C | 10.4°C |
| Precipitation | 108 mm / mo | 161 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 295 h / mo | 301 h / mo |
| Humidity | 76% | 72% |
| Rain days | 9.7 / mo | 10.3 / mo |
| Wind speed | 9.8 km/h | 7.7 km/h |
GR
Ioannina · average high by month
J 10
F 11
M 13
A 17
M 22
J 28
J 32
A 31
S 25
O 20
N 15
D 11
AL
Gjirokastër · average high by month
J 12
F 13
M 15
A 19
M 23
J 30
J 33
A 32
S 27
O 22
N 17
D 14
Air quality
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 47 | 37 |
| PM2.5 | 7.9 µg/m³ | 3.2 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 10.4 µg/m³ | 4.8 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 38 µg/m³ | 40 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 3.1 | 2.3 |
| Local Payment Services | 7.3 | 4.4 |
| Startup Scene | 3.9 | 2.5 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Green Spaces | 7.4 | 5.8 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.6 | 6.1 |
| Seasonal Variety | 7.2 | 6.3 |
| Weather | 6.2 | 7.2 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.1 | 7.4 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 7.8 | 6.5 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.4 | 4.4 |
| VPN Reliability | 8.2 | 7.6 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.2 | 7.7 |
| Cost of Living | 6.3 | 8.0 |
| Currency Stability | 9.0 | 6.8 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.5 | 7.8 |
| Food & Groceries | 6.2 | 8.0 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 5.0 | 7.2 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.0 | 8.2 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.8 | 7.6 |
| Indoors Fun | 5.4 | 4.0 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.3 | 6.9 |
| Nightlife | 5.7 | 3.4 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.4 | 7.9 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 3.4 | 2.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 6.2 | 4.7 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.3 | 2.4 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 7.0 | 5.7 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 4.6 | 1.8 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 5.7 | 4.1 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.4 | 2.3 |
| Internet Speed | 7.6 | 7.0 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.8 | 7.7 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 6.5 | 3.9 |
| Food Scene | 7.6 | 5.9 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.8 | 4.7 |
| Yoga Studios | 5.5 | 2.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.6 | 5.5 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.1 | 8.4 |
| Healthcare Quality | 7.7 | 4.6 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 4.3 | 4.5 |
| Freedom of Speech | 5.5 | 5.7 |
| Political Stability | 5.8 | 5.6 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.8 | 7.4 |
| Visa Ease | 7.1 | 7.6 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 4.8 | 7.2 |
| Cleanliness | 7.1 | 6.4 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.3 | 7.6 |
| Family Friendly | 7.6 | 6.8 |
| Language Barrier | 5.8 | 5.2 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.8 | 7.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 8.0 | 7.7 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.2 | 6.9 |
| Safety | 8.5 | 8.2 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 4.3 | 2.5 |
| Cycling | 4.7 | 2.1 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 5.8 | 4.4 |
| Public Transit | 5.3 | 2.2 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 3.3 | 1.3 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 3.5 | 3.2 |
| Walkability | 7.3 | 5.6 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 6.5 | 2.6 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 4.5 | 3.4 |
| Networking Opportunities | 3.6 | 3.4 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.8 | 3.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.8 | 7.4 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $67 per pair | $70 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $43 per dress | $46 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $101 per pair | $120 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $157 per month | $52 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $8.40 per ticket | $9.62 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $4.07 per cup | $1.24 per cup |
| Beer | $5.09 per pint | $3.06 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $13 per meal | $7.43 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $11 per meal | $8.48 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $34 per meal | $49 per meal |
| Apples | $2.71 per kg | $1.94 per kg |
| Bread | $1.59 per loaf | $1.19 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.33 per bottle | $0.72 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.18 per liter | $2.01 per liter |
| Rice | $3.62 per kg | $2.37 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $12 per kg | $8.47 per kg |
| Beef | $18 per kg | $17 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $6.72 per bottle | $11 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $185 per month | $186 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $34 per visit | $25 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $5.60 per purchase | $7.34 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $448 per month | $155 per month |
| Housing | $448 per month | $155 per month |
| Coworking Space | $168 per month | $149 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | — | $580 per month |
| Coliving Space | — | $446 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | — | $61 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $62 per month | $54 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $11 per visit | $3.67 per visit |
| Laundry | $0.34 per kg | $9.59 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $16 per month | $41 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | — | $20 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | — | $41 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $45 per month | $43 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $17 per hour | $18 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Taxi Start | $2.02 per trip | $3.72 per trip |
| Transportation | $56 per month | $35 per month |
| Taxi per km | $1.01 per km | $1.49 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $56 per month | $15 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $8.18 per trip | $8.92 per trip |
| Gasoline | $2.43 per liter | $2.35 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $908 per month | $30 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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GR
Ioannina
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AL
Gjirokastër
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | — | $93 per month |