Toamasina, Madagascar 🇲🇬
#367
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, especially for food and local services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies; limited upscale options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, but infrastructure is basic.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment options, but affordable local events and venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership fees are moderate but facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Malagasy Ariary is subject to moderate volatility and inflation risks.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
48%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy nature and local culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good natural environment with coastal and tropical surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
French and Malagasy are primary languages; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrialization and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; limited specialized care and modern equipment.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season but generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones during rainy season; some flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and proximity to beaches and forests.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability in public places and accommodations; often necessary due to climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and markets; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 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
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, rainforests, and wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local Malagasy cuisine is flavorful; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 timezone is convenient for Europe, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; facilities are basic and inconsistent.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are growing but cash is still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited adoption and infrastructure for blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Toamasina has a small airport with limited international flights; major travel via Antananarivo.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Basic bus and taxi services; no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure is uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operate here.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Road travel is common but infrastructure is poor; limited rail services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not tailored for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest and instability affect the region.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Toamasina.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns including petty crime; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Some cultural challenges for solo female travelers; basic safety precautions needed.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but limited diversity.