North Tarawa, Kiribati 🇰🇮
#1149
1.497536, 173.015435
Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to many other countries, especially in terms of local goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options are available, but quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly due to shipping.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; most travel is done by foot or bike.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Local entertainment options are limited, but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist can be pricey relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
The Australian dollar is stable, but local economic conditions can fluctuate.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet access can be slow and unreliable, especially in remote areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; few resources available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Laid-back lifestyle promotes a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Natural beauty is abundant, but waste management can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained while others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
English is not widely spoken, which can create communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, but can be affected by seasonal factors.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but quality can be inconsistent.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare facilities; serious conditions may require travel to other countries.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though humidity can be high.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
High risk of natural disasters such as cyclones and rising sea levels.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and humid throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language learning opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and experiences for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor activities or entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options can be limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are scarce.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy local food options, but variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
40%
Weight: 20
Time zone may not be favorable for collaboration with many regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited resources for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist lack quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Non-existent startup scene; little entrepreneurial activity.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited flight options; connectivity to major cities is not frequent.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited public transit options; reliance on walking or biking.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking in some areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; mostly reliant on boats.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs work, but speeds can be inconsistent.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in a few cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is simple, but rates can vary.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but political issues can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners to open bank accounts.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not particularly friendly to nomads; few resources available.
🤝 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
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary.