Ali Sabieh, Djibouti 🇩🇯
#1642
,
Nomad Score:
40%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to major cities, but higher than some neighboring regions due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Limited housing options with moderate prices; scarcity of quality rentals can drive costs up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable produce, but imported goods are expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
31%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment venues; options are limited and can be costly due to scarcity.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
27%
Weight: 10
Very limited gym facilities; memberships are expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Djiboutian franc is pegged to the USD, providing relative stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are slow and inconsistent, especially outside urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces in Ali Sabieh; digital nomads must rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity is often unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes catering to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; city is not known as a nomad destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Quiet city with slow pace, but limited amenities can affect lifestyle balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Arid environment with low pollution but limited greenery.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Basic sanitation services exist but streets and public areas can be untidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
French and Somali are main languages; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and sparse population.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family amenities and schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited in quality and specialization.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but may require travel for advanced care.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and medical professionals; serious cases require evacuation.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with abundant sunshine; can be very hot in summer months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited parks or green areas due to arid climate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in some hotels and offices but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich Somali and Afar cultural heritage with traditional music and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Surrounding desert landscapes offer hiking and exploration but limited biodiversity.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and desert tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues or activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is traditional and limited; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
No known yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
35%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but limited variety of health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is convenient for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote work depends on global connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
8%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile money services exist but limited card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Djibouti city, about 100 km away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Small city size allows walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hot climate reduce appeal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services connect to Djibouti city and neighboring towns.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in town but weaker in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur but are not frequent; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Djibouti offers e-visa options but process can be slow and documentation heavy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Restricted media environment; cautious expression recommended.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable compared to regional neighbors but occasional tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires significant documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but possible; processes improving slowly.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums related to Ali Sabieh.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates but caution advised in some areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative society; women should exercise caution and respect local customs.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Ethnic diversity exists; generally tolerant but some social tensions possible.