Libreville, Gabon 🇬🇦
#613
0.408651, 9.441884
Nomad Score:
44%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, with some expenses being higher than in neighboring countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices can be high for decent accommodations, especially in central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis can be more expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Costs for entertainment options are moderate, with some activities being quite affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Limited gym options with memberships that can be relatively expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Central African CFA franc is stable but can be affected by regional economic issues.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and can be unreliable in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but the quality and reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; few community resources.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some areas suffering from pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be an issue in some neighborhoods.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French is the official language, which can pose a barrier for non-French speakers.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is variable, with some pollution from traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality can vary.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but serious issues may require travel to other countries.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though humidity can be high.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and tropical storms, though major disasters are rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, especially in accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and humid year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local traditions, but limited exposure to international culture.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited, with a few bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and wildlife, though infrastructure can be lacking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities outside of French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited compared to other destinations.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly reliant on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but dining options can be limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, with limited classes offered.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, with few options for diverse workouts.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for communication with Europe and the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces, where available, often lack quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in other regions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, primarily connecting to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall walkability is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing services.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor, making it unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily by road.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile network coverage is inconsistent, especially in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but speeds can be slow.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, but compliance can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with some restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Political stability is moderate, with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is complicated and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not particularly friendly to digital nomads due to limited resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime can occur, but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but caution is advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences may vary based on location.