Swakopmund, Namibia 🇳🇦
#280
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, especially outside of tourist hotspots.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can spike in peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at good prices; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and car rentals are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with moderate membership fees.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the South African rand.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber is available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad destination yet.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities for outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Clean air and beautiful coastal environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city, especially in tourist areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to coastal location and low pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to Windhoek or abroad is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but private care can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in Swakopmund; adequate for minor needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Mild desert climate with sunny days and cool ocean breezes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks but access to natural desert and beach areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
72%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have AC due to warm days.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
43%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly consistent climate year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with German colonial influences and indigenous heritage.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, dunes, and desert landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; mostly informal opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including desert safaris and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Mix of local and German-influenced cuisine; seafood is a highlight.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; health-focused eateries are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 is convenient for European and African time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces and those available have basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but still limited compared to global standards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest but infrastructure lacking.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Windhoek; Swakopmund has a small airstrip.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transport options are very limited.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but distances can be large.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operate here.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure is basic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but infrequent and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some limitations in practice.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; not very fast but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Not yet established as a digital nomad hub.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads in Swakopmund.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe but petty crime exists; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social divisions persist.