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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Eldoret is quite affordable compared to global standards, with low costs for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for local apartments; international-standard housing is slightly pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public matatus and boda bodas are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Kenyan Shilling experiences moderate fluctuations; inflation is controlled but present.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber available in some areas but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
47%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; mostly small setups with limited facilities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Eldoret is not a well-known digital nomad hub yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life compared to Nairobi; good balance for remote work.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality and green surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
59%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken; Kiswahili and local languages common.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Relatively good air quality due to less industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
73%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious cases require travel to Nairobi or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Mild tropical climate with warm days and cool nights; generally pleasant year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas; surrounding countryside is lush.
❄️ Air Conditioning
51%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in homes or offices; fans more common due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
43%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
52%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially from traffic and markets.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with diverse ethnic groups and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Close to scenic landscapes, hills, and nature reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Kiswahili and local languages exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences available but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local and some international cuisine; street food popular.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 is convenient for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
34%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
37%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but concentrated more in Nairobi.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
M-Pesa widely used and reliable for local transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
52%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Eldoret International Airport offers some regional and limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Matatus and boda bodas are common but informal and sometimes unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
61%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate but coverage is less extensive than in Nairobi.
🚲 Cycling
47%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; cycling is mostly informal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Buses and matatus connect Eldoret to other cities; road quality varies.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
79%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage by major providers; 5G not yet widespread.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional throttling reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
64%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur but are less frequent than in some other Kenyan cities.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Kenya offers e-visas and visa on arrival for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
51%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no specific digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
63%
Weight: 15
Generally free but occasional government restrictions on media.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions around elections.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Process can be bureaucratic; requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Eldoret digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; standard precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Women can travel safely but cultural norms require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some occasional ethnic tensions in wider region.