Nouadhibou, Mauritania 🇲🇷
#2000
20.912704, -17.050309
Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many other cities, making it attractive for budget-conscious nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options are available, though quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxi fares are reasonable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with average costs for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high for the region.
💱 Currency Stability
55%
Weight: 30
Currency is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and unreliable, which can hinder remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community connections.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life contributes to a decent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some pollution in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness can be an issue in some parts of the city.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French and Arabic are predominant; English speakers may face challenges.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average, with occasional dust storms affecting conditions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are available but may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but quality may not meet all international standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with plenty of sunny days, though summers can be very hot.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, primarily related to climate.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for relaxation and recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, essential for comfort.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and dry.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but fewer cultural events compared to larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet after dark.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes, but limited organized outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language learning opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities and entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is decent, but variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities and options for exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options exist, but overall variety is low.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for remote work, but not ideal for all regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited local demand.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few options for quality coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic local payment services available, but not widely adopted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity can be an issue.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited 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.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Basic intercity travel options available, but not frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is average, with some areas experiencing issues.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to inconsistent internet.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but generally reliable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; some restrictions in place.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate political stability, but occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complicated and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not particularly friendly towards nomads; limited community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for nomads or expats.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some areas may be risky, but generally manageable.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be challenging for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary.