Tsumeb, Namibia 🇳🇦
#284
-19.248402, 17.70875
Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many Western countries, making it attractive for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options 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; taxis and ride-sharing can add up, but overall costs remain reasonable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited, but local activities are generally affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be higher than expected.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Namibian Dollar is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet speed can be inconsistent, especially in rural areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly in larger towns.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but quality and availability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Laid-back lifestyle contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, though urban areas can be polluted.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, while others are neglected.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages may pose a barrier.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though dust storms can affect it.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare quality is variable; urban centers have better facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but advanced care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Generally warm and sunny, with a pleasant climate year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safer choice.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but not abundant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and dry.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to diverse cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and a few clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning outside of local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options can be limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is decent, but limited variety in international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly in urban areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are mostly basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem; few local clients.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces, where available, are basic and lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene; few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban planning is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Intercity travel options exist but can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but can be spotty elsewhere.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable, but local internet issues can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, but compliance can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is generally respected, but there are some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment, though issues can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, but caution is advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some issues exist.