💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, affordable food and transportation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
73%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies; expat-friendly apartments cost more.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and tro-tros are very cheap; taxis moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Ghanaian cedi experiences moderate volatility; inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; occasional outages and inconsistent reliability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Cape Coast is not a well-known digital nomad hub; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed pace of life with opportunities for leisure and cultural immersion.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent air quality but some pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is improving but inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
79%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, easing communication for most foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Generally good coastal air quality, though urban areas have occasional pollution spikes.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities in Cape Coast.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to Accra or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from April to June.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during heavy rains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal areas but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and some apartments but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historic sites, festivals, and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches, nearby forests, and historic forts offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn local languages like Fante exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, historical sites, and community experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Ghanaian dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but few specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone convenient for European and African remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few formal support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not optimized for productivity.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup activity but mostly centered in Accra.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile money widely used; banking infrastructure improving but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto; some local adoption but regulatory clarity lacking.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Accra (~3 hours away); Cape Coast has a small airstrip.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Tro-tros and buses available but routes and schedules can be confusing.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable; infrastructure varies outside main areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling not common or fully safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to other cities; roads can be rough.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional slowdowns.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or solar backups.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some occasional political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable democracy with peaceful transitions of power.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; improving digital processes but still some hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Cape Coast digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe during the day; petty crime can occur, caution advised at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require awareness, some areas safer than others.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; some cultural differences to navigate.