At a glance
 KW
Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Kuwait | Kuwait |
| Nomad score | 5.3 / 10 | 5.3 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,498 / mo | $4,814 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 36° / 31°C | 40° / 31°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 266 Very Unhealthy | 266 Very Unhealthy |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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KW
Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30.5°C | 32.5°C |
| Average low | 23.3°C | 22.7°C |
| Precipitation | 11 mm / mo | 11 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 315 h / mo | 315 h / mo |
| Humidity | 49% | 40% |
| Rain days | 1.7 / mo | 1.8 / mo |
| Wind speed | 24.5 km/h | 23.8 km/h |
KW
Salmiya · average high by month
J 18
F 20
M 23
A 30
M 36
J 41
J 42
A 41
S 38
O 33
N 26
D 20
KW
Kuwait City · average high by month
J 19
F 20
M 25
A 32
M 38
J 44
J 45
A 44
S 41
O 35
N 27
D 21
Air quality
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 266 | 266 |
| PM2.5 | 57.6 µg/m³ | 57.6 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 190.9 µg/m³ | 190.9 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 21 µg/m³ | 21 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.5 | 3.7 |
| Local Payment Services | 7.9 | 7.3 |
| Startup Scene | 4.1 | 4.9 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 9.4 | 9.6 |
| Green Spaces | 3.3 | 2.6 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Noise Pollution | 4.6 | 4.4 |
| Seasonal Variety | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Weather | 2.8 | 1.9 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 9.1 | 8.9 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.1 | 4.7 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.1 | 6.6 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 3.8 | 4.0 |
| Cost of Living | 4.6 | 4.3 |
| Currency Stability | 9.2 | 9.4 |
| Entertainment Cost | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Food & Groceries | 5.1 | 5.4 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Transportation Cost | 5.6 | 6.4 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.3 | 6.4 |
| Indoors Fun | 6.3 | 6.6 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 4.3 | 4.8 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 5.2 | 5.6 |
| Nightlife | 4.6 | 2.5 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 3.3 | 3.4 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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KW
Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.9 | 2.1 |
| Nomad Friendly | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Online Community Presence | 2.3 | 2.9 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 6.7 | 7.2 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 3.6 | 6.2 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 4.8 | 5.7 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.9 | 2.9 |
| Internet Speed | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.3 | 8.4 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 7.5 | 7.3 |
| Food Scene | 7.8 | 7.4 |
| Healthy Food Options | 7.1 | 6.8 |
| Yoga Studios | 4.8 | 5.1 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 6.4 | 6.1 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 5.7 | 4.7 |
| Healthcare Quality | 7.2 | 7.4 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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KW
Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.4 | 3.2 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.5 | 3.4 |
| Freedom of Speech | 3.4 | 2.7 |
| Political Stability | 6.8 | 7.2 |
| Tax Friendliness | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Visa Ease | 4.2 | 3.3 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 4.0 | 3.7 |
| Cleanliness | 5.9 | 6.6 |
| Environmental Quality | 4.4 | 4.2 |
| Family Friendly | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Language Barrier | 6.6 | 6.3 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.6 | 6.0 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.9 | 5.7 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.2 | 5.2 |
| Safety | 8.3 | 8.6 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 7.2 | 8.1 |
| Cycling | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Public Transit | 3.5 | 3.3 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 7.6 | 7.9 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 1.9 | 2.7 |
| Walkability | 4.5 | 3.3 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 4.6 | 5.1 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 3.4 | 3.6 |
| Networking Opportunities | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.5 | 4.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.8 | 7.0 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $65 per pair | $97 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $65 per dress | $81 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $130 per pair | $162 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $130 per month | $104 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $16 per ticket | $16 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $6.49 per cup | $4.86 per cup |
| Beer | $13 per pint | $9.73 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $9.73 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $65 per meal | $81 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $9.73 per meal | $15 per meal |
| Apples | $4.87 per kg | $3.89 per kg |
| Bread | $2.43 per loaf | $1.62 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.97 per bottle | $0.97 per bottle |
| Milk | $2.43 per liter | $2.59 per liter |
| Rice | $4.87 per kg | $3.24 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $9.73 per kg | $11 per kg |
| Beef | $19 per kg | $19 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $39 per bottle | $39 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $389 per month | $324 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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KW
Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $65 per visit | $65 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.49 per purchase | $16 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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KW
Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $811 per month | $810 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $1,136 per month | $1,135 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $2,920 per month | $2,593 per month |
| Coworking Space | $324 per month | $389 per month |
| Coliving Space | $1,622 per month | $1,297 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $49 per month | $81 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $32 per month | $65 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $13 per visit | $26 per visit |
| Laundry | $9.73 per kg | $16 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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KW
Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $49 per month | $49 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $81 per month | $81 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $26 one-time | $16 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $130 per month | $130 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $39 per hour | $49 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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KW
Kuwait City
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $65 per month | $97 per month |
| Taxi Start | $4.87 per trip | $3.24 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $2.43 per km | $1.62 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $81 per month | $65 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $13 per trip | $9.73 per trip |
| Gasoline | $0.49 per liter | $0.81 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $49 per month | $49 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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Salmiya
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Kuwait City
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| Utilities | $130 per month | $130 per month |