Sal Rei, Cape Verde 🇨🇻
#1127
16.175974, -22.916977
Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate accommodation prices, with options ranging from budget hostels to mid-range hotels.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be pricier due to shipping costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis and shared rides are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, including local events and activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Limited gym facilities with average membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
72%
Weight: 30
Cape Verdean Escudo is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speed, but can vary depending on location and provider.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly in tourist areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Growing interest among digital nomads, but still not a major hub.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with beautiful natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some places are well-maintained while others need improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is the official language; English is spoken in tourist areas but less so elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with minimal industrial pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but advanced care may require travel to other countries.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable, but quality can vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities exist, but options are limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
90%
Weight: 80
Warm and sunny climate year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though occasional storms can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces, but some parks and natural areas are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and some public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; generally warm and dry year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily in tourist areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available; immersion is the best option.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on tourism.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a focus on local cuisine and seafood.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, primarily in tourist areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options are limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely prevalent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for working with Europe and the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Few local remote job opportunities; most work is online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem; most work is informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is variable and often basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Decent connectivity with flights to Europe and Africa, but limited options.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on taxis and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, especially in tourist zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Basic intercity travel options available, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
Most VPN services work well, providing good online security.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply, but occasional outages can occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for tourists and digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; generally favorable for expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate level of freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment, with low levels of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic but is generally possible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks extensive infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for travelers, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming and safe for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Cape Verde is known for its cultural diversity and tolerance.