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Nomad Score: 47%

πŸ’° Cost & Affordability

πŸ’Έ Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85% Weight: 80
Accommodation is inexpensive but options are limited and basic.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79% Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are affordable, though imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78% Weight: 20
Limited public transport but local taxis and boats are cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60% Weight: 15
Few entertainment options; costs are low but variety is limited.
πŸ‹οΈ Gym Membership Cost
32% Weight: 10
Very limited gym facilities; memberships are rare and expensive relative to local income.
πŸ’± Currency Stability
51% Weight: 30
Comorian franc is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.

πŸ’» Digital Nomad Essentials

πŸš€ Internet Speed
34% Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with limited broadband infrastructure.
πŸ‘₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
10% Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces available on the island.
β˜• Cafes with WiFi
23% Weight: 30
Few cafes exist, and WiFi availability is sporadic and slow.
πŸ’»β˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15% Weight: 30
Very limited options for cafes catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
8% Weight: 100
Not a known destination for digital nomads; very few visitors in this category.
πŸ“± Local SIM Card Availability
70% Weight: 25
SIM cards are available and affordable, though coverage is limited.

🌟 Quality of Life

βš–οΈ Work-Life Balance
76% Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance despite infrastructure challenges.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92% Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
54% Weight: 10
Basic sanitation infrastructure; some areas have litter and waste management issues.
πŸ—¨οΈ Language Barrier
41% Weight: 30
French and Comorian are main languages; English is rarely spoken, posing communication challenges.
πŸ’¨ Air Quality
95% Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Friendly
55% Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities and services.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

πŸ₯ Healthcare Quality
27% Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are very basic with limited services and equipment.
πŸ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
70% Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality and availability are major concerns.
πŸ₯ Healthcare
29% Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped and may not meet expat standards.

🌿 Climate & Environment

β˜€οΈ Weather
88% Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
πŸŒͺ️ Natural Disaster Risk
50% Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and tropical storms during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
97% Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30% Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public spaces.
πŸ‚ Seasonal Variety
21% Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent year-round.
πŸ”Š Noise Pollution
89% Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
74% Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Swahili, Arab, and French influences.
πŸŒƒ Nightlife
18% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96% Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, snorkeling, and exploring pristine nature.
πŸ—£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
35% Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion possible but few structured programs.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62% Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on nature and culture but limited in number.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
58% Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and flavorful but limited variety and few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10% Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios available.
πŸ‹οΈ Fitness Facilities
25% Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities beyond basic gyms.
πŸ₯— Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits are abundant, supporting healthy eating.

πŸ’Ό Work Environment

πŸ•°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
60% Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🀝 Networking Opportunities
12% Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking opportunities for digital nomads.
πŸ’» Remote Job Opportunities
10% Weight: 20
No local remote job market; digital nomads rely on global remote work.
πŸ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
10% Weight: 20
No established freelance community or ecosystem locally.
🏒 Coworking Quality
5% Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; no infrastructure to support coworking.

πŸ“ˆ Business & Economy

πŸš€ Startup Scene
8% Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity or ecosystem on the island.
πŸ’³ Local Payment Services
30% Weight: 10
Basic mobile money services exist but limited banking infrastructure.
πŸ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10% Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.

πŸš† Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
35% Weight: 30
Small airport with limited flights; connections mainly via Moroni or other islands.
πŸš‡ Public Transit
15% Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport mainly by taxis or boats.
🚢 Walkability
60% Weight: 20
Small towns are walkable but infrastructure is basic.
πŸš— Ride-sharing Services
0% Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
40% Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are basic and safety infrastructure limited.
πŸš„ Intercity Travel Options
20% Weight: 15
Limited inter-island ferry services; no extensive intercity transport.
πŸ›΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25% Weight: 10
Some informal scooter and bike rentals but limited availability.

πŸ“‘ Connectivity

πŸ“± Mobile Network Coverage
55% Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be patchy in remote areas.
πŸ”’ VPN Reliability
40% Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can affect connection quality.
⚑ Power Grid Reliability
30% Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
πŸ“Ά Public WiFi Availability
15% Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.

βš–οΈ Legal & Administrative

πŸ›‚ Visa Ease
68% Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; relatively straightforward process.
πŸ“Š Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
πŸ—£οΈ Freedom of Speech
60% Weight: 15
Generally moderate freedom of speech but some government restrictions exist.
πŸ›οΈ Political Stability
55% Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30% Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and banking system limitations.
πŸ“„ Ease of Business Registration
35% Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for business registration.
πŸ“„βœˆοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or specific remote work permits.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
15% Weight: 50
Not developed as a nomad destination; infrastructure and community lacking.
🀝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0% Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐πŸ‘₯ Online Community Presence
10% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety
70% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Traditional society with some gender norms; female travelers should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups coexisting.

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