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Abidjan, Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Mid-range prices for apartments; luxury options are pricier but still cheaper than many global cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for nightlife and cultural events; some venues cater to expats at higher prices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but can be limited in number and somewhat costly relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
The West African CFA franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
59%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages and slower speeds outside central zones.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
47%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in business districts; limited compared to major nomad hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
43%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; community is small.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect overall environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is a challenge with litter and inconsistent sanitation services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
French is the official language; limited English spoken outside tourist/business areas.
💨 Air Quality
41%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate to high in busy urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; schools and healthcare for children are basic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may 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
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
Common in hotels and offices; less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
38%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in busy areas due to traffic and street activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, art, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
67%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife scene with clubs, bars, and live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Limited urban nature but access to nearby beaches and parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn French and local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger global cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone favorable for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
36%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and lack advanced amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
51%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem focused on fintech and mobile services.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services widely used; banking less digitized.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
39%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections to major African and European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal but functional; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
42%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
57%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and local equivalents operate in the city.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
59%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxi services connect to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional throttling reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
47%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or UPS.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
62%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for foreign remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government restrictions occur.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable since last decade; occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
44%
Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still involves significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
29%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in the city.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
56%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common, but violent crime less frequent in expat areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution, especially at night; cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, especially towards foreigners, but occasional discrimination reported.