Port-Gentil, Gabon 🇬🇦
#614
-0.715196, 8.778791
Nomad Score:
41%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, but higher than many other African cities due to limited availability of goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for the quality and availability of housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, and those available can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees are relatively high.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The Central African CFA franc is stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and inconsistent, with limited access in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, making it challenging for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes with reliable WiFi.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Port-Gentil is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life contributes to a decent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Natural surroundings are beautiful, but urban pollution is an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; some areas are well-maintained, others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French is the primary language, which can be a barrier for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate, with some pollution from industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but are limited in quality and availability.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally affordable, but quality may vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but advanced care may require travel.
🌿 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 exists, particularly during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily tropical climate with little change.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Cultural experiences are available but not as diverse as in larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily local bars and a few clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful beaches and nature, great for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning outside of local schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is decent, but variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, mostly basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for European and African connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited local demand.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist lack quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Non-existent startup scene; very few entrepreneurial activities.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services; cash is still king.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; primarily regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some bus services available, but options are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
45%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work, but speed can be an issue.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi options.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex and not particularly friendly for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government control is present.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but occasional unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration is complicated and often slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Not a nomad-friendly city; lacks necessary infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary by region.