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Nouakchott, Mauritania 🇲🇷
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
74%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively low, but quality and availability of modern apartments can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, though infrastructure is basic.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs are low but variety is minimal.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Mauritanian ouguiya has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
41%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are generally slow and connectivity can be unreliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality varies and is often slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Minimal digital nomad infrastructure; cafes are not typically set up for remote work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads; largely unexplored destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and offer decent coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited leisure and social activities for expats.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and desert environment impact air quality; limited green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with visible litter and sanitation challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Arabic and French are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Dust and sandstorms contribute to poor air quality, especially during dry seasons.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities; schools are basic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical cases require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in quality and availability.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped and may not meet expat standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very sunny days; extremely hot summers can be challenging.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited green spaces and parks within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in hotels and some apartments but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and dry climate year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels due to traffic and urban activity; less regulated.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Islamic and Saharan cultural heritage with traditional music and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to conservative social norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
55%
Weight: 15
Desert landscapes offer unique experiences but limited recreational outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Arabic and French exist but are limited in formal settings.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some desert tours and cultural excursions available, though infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Traditional Mauritanian cuisine is flavorful but international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers with basic equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available, but processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for European and African remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most work is done remotely for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is very small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces; quality is non-existent.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services exist but are not widespread or highly developed.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
International airport with limited direct flights; mainly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited; no modern system in place.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City is walkable in some areas but infrastructure is poor and pedestrian safety is low.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
15%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent and the hot climate is a deterrent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services and some domestic flights; travel can be slow and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good in urban areas but can be spotty in outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet censorship can cause occasional disruptions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is very limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but processes can be bureaucratic and slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No specific tax incentives for digital nomads; general tax rates are moderate.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited with government restrictions on media and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Some political instability and occasional unrest; generally stable but fragile.
🏦 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 involves complex paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or specific remote work permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and community support for nomads is minimal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups in the city.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums for digital nomads in Nouakchott.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative society with cultural restrictions; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic tensions exist in the region.