Abidjan, Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
#545
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, though prices have risen recently due to inflation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices vary; decent apartments in safe neighborhoods are moderately priced but can be costly in expat areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger global cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but can be pricey relative to local income levels; quality varies.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber is available but not widespread; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
48%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in business districts; limited options for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
43%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; community is small but growing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can impact productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent; some areas suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is the official language; English is limited outside business and tourist sectors.
💨 Air Quality
39%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially in traffic-heavy areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; quality varies widely; private clinics are better but costly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to Western standards but still expensive locally.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; serious cases often require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
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
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Ivorian culture with vibrant music, art, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
68%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with clubs, bars, and live music, especially in certain districts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
54%
Weight: 15
Limited natural attractions within the city; nearby beaches and parks accessible by short trips.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
French language schools available; immersion possible but English learning options limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local markets offer authentic experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness culture is emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
47%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety in fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy dining options growing but limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone favorable for communication with Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally occur.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with limited local platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with inconsistent amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem focused on fintech and mobile services.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are popular and widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity; interest is growing.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections to major African and European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
51%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and crowded; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are inconsistent; walking can be challenging in busy areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
56%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Yango and local taxis are available.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are often unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxis connect to other cities; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
18%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
42%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or UPS.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for some nationalities; process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and protests occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking requires local documentation; process can be slow and bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
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
42%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads based in Abidjan.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
53%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common, but violent crime less frequent in expat areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; some cultural challenges and safety concerns.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, especially towards foreigners, but occasional discrimination reported.