Sal Rei, Cape Verde 🇨🇻
#1127
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can vary; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at good prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Local transport is cheap; taxis and shared transport are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Cape Verdean escudo is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than global averages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
30%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is official; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to island location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented activities but safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited specialized services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious cases require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
92%
Weight: 80
Warm, sunny, and dry climate year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional droughts possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces but natural landscapes nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Not widespread; many accommodations lack AC due to mild coastal climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly consistent warm weather.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels; quiet town atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Creole culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking, and marine activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours, though somewhat limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local seafood and Creole cuisine are highlights; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce available; processed food options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT-1 timezone is convenient for Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Sal Rei has a small airport with limited international flights; connections mainly via Praia or Europe.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly informal minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town layout makes walking feasible for daily needs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited inter-island ferry and flight options; somewhat costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in tourist areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork; can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for starting a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Sal Rei.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse cultural influences.