Abuja, Nigeria 🇳🇬
#257
9.06433, 7.489297
Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis and ride-sharing can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Affordable options exist, but higher-end entertainment can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate prices for gym memberships, with varying quality.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Naira has experienced significant fluctuations, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Variable speeds; some areas have decent connectivity, while others struggle.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, mostly concentrated in business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but the quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; community is small.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Generally good, with a slower pace of life compared to larger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is an issue, but green spaces exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some neighborhoods are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages can pose a challenge.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially during dry seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are available, but quality varies significantly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Generally affordable healthcare services compared to many countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are accessible, but advanced care may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with a warm temperature year-round and a dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters compared to coastal cities.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in urban areas, but not universally available in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; primarily warm throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with bars and clubs mainly in urban areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to nature and outdoor activities, but limited compared to other regions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available for local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as developed as in tourist-heavy cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on social gatherings.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, especially local cuisine, but fewer international choices.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly in upscale areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of fitness facilities, but quality varies.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but not widely accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for European and African markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads; growing slowly.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but competitive and limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance market, but not yet robust.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; few options available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Growing startup scene, but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Some local payment options available, but not universally accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport offers decent connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on taxis and private cars.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but many require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services like Uber are available and popular.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a common mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains available, but can be unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
Most VPN services work well, but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; reliance on generators is common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly found in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic, but options exist for longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for businesses.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some freedom, but cautious environment.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Political climate can be volatile; some concerns about stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but can be bureaucratic; requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Can be complex and time-consuming; improving slowly.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure for nomads; growing slowly.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads; growing slowly.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Safety varies by area; some neighborhoods are safer than others.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but caution is advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences may vary by region.