Windhoek, Namibia 🇳🇦
#279
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to global standards, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are affordable but can vary; quality apartments in central areas are moderately priced.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
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 ride-shares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with some quality facilities in the city.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Namibian dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the South African rand, but regional fluctuations occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber is available but not widespread; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly small and limited in amenities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
58%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
49%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
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 balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, though some areas may have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
79%
Weight: 30
English is an official language and widely spoken, easing communication.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good with low industrial pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare is decent but public facilities are limited in quality.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
68%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate, with private care being more expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; serious cases often require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
82%
Weight: 80
Warm, dry climate with plenty of sunshine most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited urban greenery overall.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and offices due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
43%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with mostly dry and warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse ethnic groups and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; some bars and clubs but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to natural parks, deserts, and wildlife reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
52%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools, but opportunities to learn local languages exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, safaris, and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful; international options are limited but growing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; health-focused eateries are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 timezone aligns well with European and African business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
41%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
39%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps exist but are less advanced than in developed markets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
64%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections mainly to African and some European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Public transport infrastructure is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but overall city layout favors car travel.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
62%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
33%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
51%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but long distances and limited schedules.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
57%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur; generally stable in city center.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
44%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; no specific digital nomad visa yet.
📊 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 in media.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Process can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
56%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; some paperwork and time required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
39%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
32%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Windhoek.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
61%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
57%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
64%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with ongoing social challenges.