Atar, Mauritania 🇲🇷
Nomad Score:
43%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living, especially compared to Western cities, but prices can vary in urban areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, but quality can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can be costly for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs can add up for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be high relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
55%
Weight: 30
Currency is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur due to economic conditions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and unreliable, which can hinder remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, limiting options for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be an issue.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; few community resources.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Local culture promotes a relaxed lifestyle, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Some areas are clean, but pollution can be an issue in urban centers.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; some areas are well-maintained while others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
French is widely spoken, and English is not commonly understood, creating challenges.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can fluctuate, with some days being better than others.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low, but quality may be a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options; serious conditions may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
70%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate, with plenty of sunshine, but can be extreme in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, but occasional droughts can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available for relaxation and recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; predominantly hot and dry throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Beautiful desert landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities, but limited infrastructure.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for non-French speakers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited and can be expensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; few attractions available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but variety is limited and international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available; limited wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are often basic and not well-maintained.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but overall food choices are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe, but less favorable for the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads; limited community presence.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available; local economy is not tech-focused.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Very few resources for freelancers; limited local demand for freelance work.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Almost nonexistent; no established coworking spaces to speak of.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very few startups; lack of entrepreneurial ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment options; cash is still the primary method of transaction.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is not robust.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some bus services available, but options are limited and can be unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but speed may be an issue.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting work and daily life.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few public WiFi options available; mostly limited to cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be cumbersome and slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, but compliance can be challenging.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government control over media.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but occasional unrest can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Complex procedures make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not a nomad-friendly destination; few resources for remote workers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No established events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in urban areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive for women; safety varies.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary based on location.