Abidjan, Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
#545
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, though prices have been rising recently.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for apartments, with better deals outside central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but can be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic pressures.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and inconsistent, especially outside business districts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly concentrated in central business areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
39%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not yet a popular destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but work infrastructure can be challenging.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent, with some areas suffering from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is the official language; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges for non-French speakers.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern in busy urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but quality varies; private clinics offer better care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality care may require private facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; serious cases often require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
30%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in many urban areas due to traffic and street activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, art, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with clubs and bars, though options are limited compared to larger global cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some nearby natural attractions but limited within the city.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
French language schools available; immersion possible but limited English learning options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities for cultural tours and local market visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and West African specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms exist but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but healthy dining options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
35%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still developing infrastructure and funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are popular but international payment options can be limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections to major African and European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and can be unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
35%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited and uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent and roads are unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services available but can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, though occasional slowdowns occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages are common; backup generators often needed.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward for many nationalities but can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves multiple steps and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Abidjan.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime is common, but violent crime is less frequent.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution, especially at night; cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.