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Toamasina, Madagascar 🇲🇬
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality varies; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
89%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
51%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership prices are moderate but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary experiences moderate inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally slow and unreliable; fiber connections are rare.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
42%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Toamasina is not a known hub for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy nature and local culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent air quality but some pollution near port areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Malagasy and French are primary languages; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality except near industrial zones and port.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
32%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited specialized services and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from December to March.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of cyclones during rainy season; flooding can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and port activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Malagasy culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, rainforests, and wildlife; great for nature lovers.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion possible for Malagasy and French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Several local tours available focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; facilities are basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+3; suitable for European and African time zones, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is very small or informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and limited.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widespread; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Toamasina airport has limited international flights; main access via Antananarivo.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transport options.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but lacks dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and taxi-brousse services; travel can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in urban areas but can be spotty outside city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
38%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be unstable with occasional 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 paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Toamasina.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists, especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; cultural norms may be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some xenophobia reported.