At a glance
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| Country | Maldives | Maldives |
| Nomad score | 4.7 / 10 | 5.2 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,885 / mo | $2,864 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 29° / 28°C | 29° / 29°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 35 Good | 35 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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| Average high | 28.6°C | 28.6°C |
| Average low | 26.8°C | 26.8°C |
| Precipitation | 175 mm / mo | 173 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 311 h / mo | 308 h / mo |
| Humidity | 77% | 77% |
| Rain days | 15.6 / mo | 15.2 / mo |
| Wind speed | 24.3 km/h | 24.4 km/h |
MV
Huraa · average high by month
MV
Thulusdhoo · average high by month
Air quality
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| US AQI | 35 | 35 |
| PM2.5 | 6.7 µg/m³ | 6.3 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 13.9 µg/m³ | 11.9 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 45 µg/m³ | 55 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 10.8 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 1.9 | 2.6 |
| Local Payment Services | 3.6 | 4.5 |
| Startup Scene | 1.4 | 2.2 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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| Air Conditioning | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| Green Spaces | 4.6 | 3.7 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.7 | 4.4 |
| Noise Pollution | 7.1 | 6.7 |
| Seasonal Variety | 2.1 | 2.3 |
| Weather | 6.2 | 7.1 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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| Mobile Network Coverage | 7.8 | 7.6 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 6.6 | 6.7 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.8 | 7.6 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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| Accommodation Cost | 2.9 | 4.6 |
| Cost of Living | 3.4 | 4.3 |
| Currency Stability | 6.9 | 8.3 |
| Entertainment Cost | 3.5 | 5.2 |
| Food & Groceries | 2.8 | 4.0 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 3.0 | 3.8 |
| Transportation Cost | 3.3 | 4.9 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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| Culture | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Indoors Fun | 2.6 | 2.5 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 2.2 | 2.5 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.0 | 6.8 |
| Nightlife | 2.0 | 2.3 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.1 | 9.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.1 | 1.8 |
| Nomad Friendly | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.9 | 2.6 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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| Cafes with WiFi | 3.1 | 4.0 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 0.9 | 2.2 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.9 | 3.1 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.8 | 3.2 |
| Internet Speed | 6.3 | 6.5 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.6 | 7.4 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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| Fitness Facilities | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Food Scene | 4.7 | 4.5 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.9 | 4.6 |
| Yoga Studios | 2.4 | 2.9 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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| Healthcare | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 6.0 | 5.7 |
| Healthcare Quality | 3.6 | 3.4 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 5.5 | 4.6 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.3 | 2.9 |
| Freedom of Speech | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Political Stability | 6.5 | 6.2 |
| Tax Friendliness | 8.5 | 8.7 |
| Visa Ease | 7.4 | 7.3 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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| Air Quality | 8.9 | 8.8 |
| Cleanliness | 7.0 | 6.6 |
| Environmental Quality | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Family Friendly | 6.6 | 6.2 |
| Language Barrier | 5.4 | 7.1 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.0 | 7.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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| Female Friendly | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.1 | 7.0 |
| Safety | 8.8 | 8.6 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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| Airport Connectivity | 4.6 | 5.4 |
| Cycling | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 3.5 | 3.3 |
| Public Transit | 1.8 | 1.0 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 0.7 | 0.4 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 3.3 | 4.3 |
| Walkability | 6.7 | 7.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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| Coworking Quality | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 1.6 | 2.5 |
| Networking Opportunities | 1.9 | 2.6 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.2 | 2.5 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 5.7 | 5.9 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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| Jeans | $52 per pair | $58 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $39 per dress | $39 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $78 per pair | $104 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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| Dining Out | $39 per month | $65 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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| Cinema Ticket | $7.77 per ticket | $9.07 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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| Coffee | $1.62 per cup | $2.27 per cup |
| Beer | $2.59 per pint | $2.92 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $7.77 per meal | $9.72 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $52 per meal | $52 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $9.07 per meal | $12 per meal |
| Apples | $1.94 per kg | $2.27 per kg |
| Bread | $1.30 per loaf | $1.62 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.97 per bottle | $0.97 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.62 per liter | $1.81 per liter |
| Rice | $1.30 per kg | $1.30 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $7.13 per kg | $7.13 per kg |
| Beef | $12 per kg | $13 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $13 per bottle | $16 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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| Groceries | $97 per month | $162 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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| Health Insurance | $3.24 per month | $32 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $45 per visit | $32 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.48 per purchase | $6.48 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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| Housing | $259 per month | $324 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $518 per month | $324 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,166 per month | $1,296 per month |
| Coworking Space | $227 per month | $224 per month |
| Coliving Space | $648 per month | $907 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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| Internet & Mobile | $32 per month | $32 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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| Leisure Activities | $19 per month | $19 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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| Haircut | $9.72 per visit | $9.72 per visit |
| Laundry | $6.48 per kg | $7.78 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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| Mobile Plan | $16 per month | $23 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $39 per month | $55 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $9.72 one-time | $13 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $32 per month | $58 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $13 per hour | $19 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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| Transportation | $19 per month | $32 per month |
| Taxi Start | $3.24 per trip | $3.56 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.97 per km | $1.62 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $32 per month | $42 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $8.42 per trip | $8.75 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.30 per liter | $1.30 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $13 per month | $26 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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| Utilities | $52 per month | $52 per month |