Gbarnga, Liberia 🇱🇷
#766
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Nomad Score:
44%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Gbarnga is generally very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, though quality and availability of modern apartments can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at very low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and informal taxis are very cheap, though infrastructure is basic.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable local events and social gatherings.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist are basic with limited facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
Liberian dollar experiences moderate inflation and some volatility against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable, with frequent outages and limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces currently available in Gbarnga.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connectivity is often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited options for cafes catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Gbarnga is not known or popular among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports balance but limited amenities may affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by natural greenery but some issues with waste management.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
English is official language but local dialects dominate; communication can be challenging.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic with limited resources and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is underdeveloped and may not meet expat standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round but high humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters but occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and rural surroundings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare and expensive to install or maintain.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music and festivals but limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small local bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Good access to nature, forests, and rural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but limited tourist infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety of international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Gbarnga.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy foods are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance ecosystem is virtually non-existent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are limited and not widely integrated.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is several hours away; local airstrip has limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and taxis available but no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but infrastructure like sidewalks is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt operating in Gbarnga.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are often in poor condition and safety is a concern.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus and shared taxis available but travel times are long and roads can be rough.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage exists but signal strength is inconsistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can cause interruptions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
25%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and mostly unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities but process can be slow and bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is basic; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and involves multiple steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and services for digital nomads are very limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or communities focused on Gbarnga.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women may face cultural challenges and safety concerns in some areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some ethnic and social tensions exist.