💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially outside major Kenyan cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, with options ranging from basic apartments to mid-range housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public matatus and boda-bodas are cheap and widely used for local travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment options; prices are generally low but options are fewer.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Kenyan Shilling experiences moderate fluctuations but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited infrastructure compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Eldoret is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easy to obtain with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with less pollution than bigger cities.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas suffer from waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken; Swahili and local languages common.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to less industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; advanced care requires travel to Nairobi.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; 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
87%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly consistent weather year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and local markets; quieter than major cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with diverse ethnic groups and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close to scenic landscapes, hills, and nature reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Swahili and local languages through community interaction.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Access to cultural tours and nearby natural attractions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local and some international cuisine; street food popular.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but limited in number.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 timezone suitable for communication with Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
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
79%
Weight: 10
M-Pesa widely used and reliable for local transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; regulatory environment evolving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Eldoret International Airport offers regional flights; limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Matatus and boda-bodas are primary modes; no formal bus system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City layout is somewhat walkable but infrastructure for pedestrians is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate but coverage is not as extensive as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good bus and matatu connections to other Kenyan cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage with major providers; 5G not widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; some occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
68%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government scrutiny exists.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Stable overall but occasional political tensions around election periods.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; online registration available but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities present but lacks infrastructure tailored for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or groups specifically for Eldoret digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Women can live and work safely but should exercise caution in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups.