Nema, Mauritania 🇲🇷
#1310
16.617334, -7.266379
Nomad Score:
42%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to many Western cities, but higher than some neighboring countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Prices for short-term rentals can be high in urban areas, but cheaper options exist outside the city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
58%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, and taxis can be expensive; however, walking is a viable option.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with higher costs for activities and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and memberships tend to be expensive relative to local incomes.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The local currency has shown some volatility, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet access can be slow and unreliable, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
28%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but the quality and reliability can vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Nema is not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to a lack of community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life allows for a decent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Generally decent environmental quality, but urban pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely, with some areas well-maintained and others neglected.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency can pose challenges for communication.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, though urban areas can experience pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may lack advanced medical technology and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable, but quality may vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but can lack advanced care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Warm and sunny climate for most of the year, with minimal rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, including droughts and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are sparse, with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes, but limited organized outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
25%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for non-local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, leading to limited activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is available, but variety is limited compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios exist, limiting options for fitness enthusiasts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, with few options for group classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but overall variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and some parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem, with few platforms or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces, where available, lack quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not widely adopted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, making travel more challenging.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and often unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No established ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not well-developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work, but speed may vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is relatively straightforward, but rates can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech, with restrictions on media.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Political situation is relatively stable but can be unpredictable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes can be complex and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community 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.
✊ Racial Tolerance
45%
Weight: 50
Some racial tolerance exists, but issues can arise.