Swakopmund, Namibia 🇳🇦
#280
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, especially outside major urban centers.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rental apartments; limited luxury options but decent budget stays available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
74%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and car rentals are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; costs are moderate but fewer venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but fewer in number; membership fees are reasonable.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the South African rand.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber available in some areas but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
59%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities for outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city with good waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, but some local languages may pose minor challenges.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented activities but safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Windhoek or abroad is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
63%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but private care can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in Swakopmund; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Mild desert climate with sunny days and cool ocean breezes; very little rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes, floods, or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal areas but limited urban greenery.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have AC due to warm days; not always necessary due to ocean breeze.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly consistent mild climate year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet town with low noise levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich blend of German colonial heritage and indigenous cultures.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; a few bars and pubs but quiet overall.
🏞️ 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 learning opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of desert tours, wildlife excursions, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Mix of local and German-influenced cuisine; limited variety but good quality.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some classes available sporadically.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; healthy dining options limited but improving.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 aligns well with Europe and parts of Africa; less ideal for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events; small expat and nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem; limited funding and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and card payments available but less widespread than in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
38%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness; limited services accepting crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
42%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Walvis Bay, limited international flights; Windhoek airport 4 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
28%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Few ride-sharing options; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; car rentals preferred for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter rentals; some bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply; occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; 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 respected with some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Swakopmund nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe but petty crime exists; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social divisions persist.