Walvis Bay, Namibia 🇳🇦
#281
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited high-quality options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, though limited in coverage; taxis moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the South African rand.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes offering reliable WiFi.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; atmosphere can be basic.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities for outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air quality and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to larger cities or abroad is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in scope and quality.
🏥 Healthcare
52%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; adequate for minor issues but not specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Mild, dry climate with plenty of sunshine and low humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal areas available but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not widespread; many buildings rely on natural ventilation due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with mostly warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with indigenous and colonial influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and restaurants.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, dunes, and coastal wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mostly informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for cultural and nature tours, especially marine and desert excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and community events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
58%
Weight: 25
Basic dining options with focus on local and seafood cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly informal or private classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor exercise more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce available; limited international health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 timezone is convenient for European and African clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
28%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Small and emerging startup ecosystem with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking services available but less advanced than in major cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Walvis Bay Airport has limited international flights; connections mostly via Windhoek or South Africa.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but many amenities require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is limited and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; most travel by private car or flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; generally stable but infrastructure can be strained.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking requires local documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Walvis Bay digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately female friendly; some cultural conservatism but no major issues.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with diverse population.