💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Eldoret is quite affordable compared to global standards, with low costs for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in local apartments or shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at very affordable prices; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public matatus and boda bodas are cheap and widely available, making local travel inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with reasonable monthly fees, though facilities vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Kenyan Shilling experiences moderate fluctuations but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; fiber is available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Few formal coworking spaces exist; most nomads rely on cafes or informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
47%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Eldoret is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace compared to Nairobi or Mombasa.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality and natural surroundings, with low industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Urban areas have moderate cleanliness; some waste management challenges exist.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken; Swahili and local languages common but not a major barrier.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Good air quality overall, with minimal traffic pollution compared to larger cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Nairobi is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
73%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
61%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor ailments; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 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 like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas; proximity to scenic highlands.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Not always necessary due to mild climate; some accommodations have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
52%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly stable weather with rainy and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with diverse ethnic groups and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Access to hiking, tea plantations, and scenic landscapes nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Swahili and local languages through community interaction.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and visits to nearby natural attractions available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
49%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local Kenyan cuisine; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 timezone is convenient for Europe, Middle East, and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; facilities basic and sometimes unreliable.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
51%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, mostly small tech hubs in Nairobi overshadow Eldoret.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services like M-Pesa are widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Eldoret International Airport offers domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Matatus and boda bodas are common; no formal bus system.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable but infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
67%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate but coverage is less extensive than in Nairobi.
🚲 Cycling
48%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bicycles for transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
73%
Weight: 15
Good road connections and bus services to major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage in urban areas; multiple providers available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
71%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
64%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
46%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Kenya offers e-visa options and visa on arrival for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
68%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government restrictions occur.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions around elections.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
63%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
67%
Weight: 10
Process is improving with online systems but still involves some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
36%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Eldoret among digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; standard precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women travelers should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
72%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; some cultural differences exist.