Djibouti City, Djibouti 🇩🇯
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living; more affordable than major global cities but higher than many African counterparts due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited supply of quality housing can drive prices up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Food prices are somewhat high due to imports; local markets offer affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis are common and relatively cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs vary but generally affordable due to low supply.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
39%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership tends to be expensive relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Djiboutian franc is pegged to the US dollar, providing relative currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; options are limited but improving.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
17%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads currently.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited leisure infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Arid environment with some pollution concerns near urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French and Arabic are official languages; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Dust and pollution can affect air quality, especially during dry seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical issues require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but limited in quality and availability.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; lack of specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with abundant sunshine year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
23%
Weight: 10
Very limited green spaces within the city due to arid environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
15%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
62%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage blending African, Arab, and French influences.
🌃 Nightlife
27%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and restaurants.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Desert landscapes and nearby coastal areas offer outdoor activities but limited variety.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly for French and Arabic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
57%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but dining options are limited in variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers available, mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of organic or health-focused food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone works well for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Very limited coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widespread; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Djibouti-Ambouli International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal; reliance on taxis and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not common.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus services; travel mostly by private car or taxi.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet restrictions can affect reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally stable but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; relatively straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government controls media and public expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically but regional tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in urban areas; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; diverse population but some social tensions.