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South Tarawa, Kiribati 🇰🇮
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable due to local economy and limited imports, but some goods can be expensive due to shipping costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Basic housing is affordable but options are limited and quality varies; modern or serviced apartments are scarce.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable but imported goods are costly; limited variety affects overall food costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Transportation mainly by local buses and boats is inexpensive but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues and activities; most options are low-cost but sparse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, often basic facilities; memberships are relatively low cost but options are minimal.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Kiribati uses the Australian dollar, which is relatively stable, but local economic factors can influence availability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
25%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable due to limited infrastructure and satellite dependency.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or personal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
18%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Very limited options catering to digital nomads; most cafes are traditional and lack amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence due to infrastructure and remoteness.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community ties supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and ocean, minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but limited waste management infrastructure can cause localized issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
English is an official language but local Gilbertese is predominant; communication can be challenging.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant ocean breeze.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited educational and healthcare facilities for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; serious cases require evacuation to other countries.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
21%
Weight: 10
High risk of sea level rise, flooding, and cyclones due to low-lying atoll geography.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas, though urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in homes and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with strong community traditions and ceremonies.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly informal social gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, lagoons, and marine life; ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Gilbertese informally; few formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours but authentic cultural and natural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly community centers or informal gatherings.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
43%
Weight: 25
Predominantly local cuisine with limited variety; few restaurants catering to international tastes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; mostly basic gyms or outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available but limited variety and organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+12 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
8%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
7%
Weight: 20
Almost no local freelance ecosystem or support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
2%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem present.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services exist but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
One main international airport with limited flights; connectivity is sparse.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly informal minibuses and boats.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small urban areas are walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but limited infrastructure and road safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
15%
Weight: 15
Inter-island travel is limited to boats and infrequent flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options available, mostly informal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Coverage exists but can be spotty and slow in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet speed and stability affect reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Power outages are occasional due to limited infrastructure.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward but short durations.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Kiribati, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable government but vulnerable to external pressures.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but processes are slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs available.
🌍 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 digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
5%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community or resources for nomads in Kiribati.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but traditional cultural norms apply.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural homogeneity.