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 essentials can be pricey due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable basic housing options available, though modern or western-style accommodations are limited and more expensive.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries and specialty items are costly and less available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; most rely on walking or bicycles, making transport costs low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; most activities are nature-based and free or low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
10%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms or fitness centers available on North Tarawa.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Kiribati uses the Australian dollar, which is stable, but local economic factors can impact availability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
24%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with limited bandwidth; satellite connections are common.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
0%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces available.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
15%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes exist and WiFi is rare or unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
5%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
1%
Weight: 100
Extremely low presence of digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
Local SIM cards available but data packages are limited and expensive.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community ties and natural surroundings support good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and ocean.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but limited infrastructure can affect sanitation in some areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
English is an official language but local Gilbertese language predominates; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant vegetation.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with community support but limited facilities for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
20%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; serious medical issues require evacuation.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and abundant sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
35%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to sea level rise and occasional cyclones.
🏞️ Green Spaces
93%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited availability of air conditioning in homes or public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to equatorial location.
🔊 Noise Pollution
90%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to sparse population and natural surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with strong community traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing, snorkeling, and beach exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but immersion possible in Gilbertese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and natural excursions available but limited infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
12%
Weight: 10
Very few indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Simple local cuisine predominates; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
0%
Weight: 10
No yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
5%
Weight: 15
No formal fitness centers or gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fish and local produce available, but limited variety.
💼 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
5%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking opportunities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local economy offers few remote job opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
2%
Weight: 20
Almost no freelance ecosystem present.
🏢 Coworking Quality
0%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
1%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment infrastructure; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
0%
Weight: 15
No significant adoption or infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited flights mainly via Tarawa International Airport with few connections.
🚇 Public Transit
5%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking feasible but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common and practical for short distances.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
10%
Weight: 15
Limited inter-island transport options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options exist but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty and slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability affects reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and limited grid infrastructure.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi availability.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; simple entry process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free society with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable government but limited political infrastructure.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking services limited and bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Complex and slow process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not established as a nomad destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
5%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but traditional cultural norms may pose challenges.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural homogeneity.