North Tarawa, Kiribati 🇰🇮
#1149
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living due to local economy and limited imported goods, but some items can be expensive due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable basic housing options available, though modern or western-style accommodations are limited and can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries and diverse food options are limited and costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Minimal transportation costs as most travel is by foot or small boats; limited public transport infrastructure.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; most activities are nature-based and free or low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
10%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms available; fitness activities are mostly informal or outdoor-based.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Kiribati uses the Australian dollar, providing moderate stability but local economic factors limit financial services.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
28%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable due to satellite dependency and limited infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
0%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces exist in North Tarawa.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
15%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes, and WiFi availability is rare and often unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
5%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
2%
Weight: 100
Extremely low digital nomad presence due to infrastructure and connectivity challenges.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community ties and natural surroundings support good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Pristine marine environment and low pollution levels contribute to excellent environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
61%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but limited waste management infrastructure can cause localized issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
English is official but not universally fluent; local Gilbertese language predominates.
💨 Air Quality
97%
Weight: 15
Very clean air due to lack of industrial activity and low population density.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
21%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable but limited in scope and quality.
🏥 Healthcare
25%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is minimal; serious cases require evacuation.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
37%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to sea-level rise, cyclones, and flooding due to low-lying geography.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas; limited urban development.
❄️ Air Conditioning
12%
Weight: 15
Very limited availability of air conditioning in homes and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently tropical climate year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with strong community traditions and ceremonies.
🌃 Nightlife
5%
Weight: 15
Virtually no nightlife options; social life is community and family-oriented.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, coral reefs, and natural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses; immersion possible but few resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but limited commercial tourism infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Predominantly local cuisine with limited variety and few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
0%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios or classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
5%
Weight: 15
No formal fitness centers; outdoor activities are primary form of exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fish and local produce available, but limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC+12 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
3%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
5%
Weight: 20
Local economy offers few remote job options; nomads rely on external clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
2%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
0%
Weight: 30
No coworking facilities available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
1%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem present.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
1%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
One main airport with limited international flights; travel connections are sparse.
🚇 Public Transit
5%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport mainly by foot or boat.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
Small island size allows easy walking, though infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited by road conditions and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
10%
Weight: 15
Limited inter-island transport options, mostly by boat.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Few rental options available; mostly informal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Basic mobile coverage exists but signal strength and data speeds are limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be used but internet instability affects reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and limited grid infrastructure.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and generally unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward but limited duration.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax for residents; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but small community dynamics can limit open criticism.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low crime and political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking services are limited and require in-person presence; documentation can be challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic processes and limited support for foreign entrepreneurs.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program exists.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and services are not tailored for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
5%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but conservative cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with strong community values.