Opuwo, Namibia 🇳🇦
#1476
-18.055038, 13.838736
Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many urban areas, making it attractive for budget-conscious nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality may vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey due to limited availability.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis and private transport can be costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with higher costs for activities and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high for the region.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Namibian Dollar is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but the quality and reliability can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
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 a lack of community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Natural surroundings are beautiful, but urban pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; some areas are well-maintained while others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages can pose a barrier in rural areas.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though dust storms can occasionally affect conditions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low, but quality can vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Generally warm and dry climate, with plenty of sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though droughts can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas available, but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in many accommodations, which can be uncomfortable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm with little change throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited cultural events and activities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available, including safaris.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, primarily focused on local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, particularly for nature and wildlife experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, mostly limited to basic facilities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic food options available, but limited variety and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, 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 exist, but variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads and remote workers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally; most jobs are in tourism or agriculture.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited resources and support for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with low quality and limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Underdeveloped startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity primarily to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are scarce and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; reliance on taxis or private transport.
🚲 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 infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, but local internet issues can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi options available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not particularly favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment, though issues can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners to open bank accounts.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ 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 digital nomads due to limited resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very little online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but some issues can arise in rural areas.