Windhoek, Namibia 🇳🇦
#279
-22.57761, 17.077273
Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Western cities, but prices can vary significantly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
62%
Weight: 40
Local food is reasonably priced, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxi services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited, but prices are generally reasonable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable, with a few options available.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Namibian Dollar is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Internet speed can be inconsistent, with some areas having slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly in the city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
63%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
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
75%
Weight: 30
A relaxed pace of life contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with some areas facing pollution issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies by neighborhood, with some areas well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for many.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, but can be affected by dust storms.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are adequate, but may not meet Western standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable compared to many countries.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but specialized care may be limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Generally warm and sunny, with mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though droughts can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but not extensive.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, especially in accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety, primarily warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Cultural experiences are available, but not as diverse as larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are limited, with a few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning outside of English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
A mix of local and international cuisine, but not very diverse.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options are limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not extensive.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is generally favorable for remote work with European and African markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
A nascent freelance ecosystem with few resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with limited facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
A very small startup scene with limited support.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in other regions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal, making it less favorable.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but not extensive.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but can be spotty in rural regions.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing international content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is straightforward but not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate level of freedom of speech, with some restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally 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
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally female-friendly, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate level of racial tolerance, with some challenges.