Enugu, Nigeria 🇳🇬
#261
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
73%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies; expat-friendly apartments can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis (okadas) are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited compared to larger Nigerian cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less equipped; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Naira has experienced significant volatility and inflation pressures recently.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often inconsistent; average speeds around 10-15 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
38%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; mostly small-scale and limited amenities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
29%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is evolving; balance depends on individual circumstances.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management challenges affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent; some areas suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English is official language, easing communication for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to traffic and industrial activities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; private clinics offer better services but at higher costs.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable but quality varies widely.
🏥 Healthcare
43%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical services; serious cases often require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during heavy rains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
32%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and offices but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
37%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and street activities common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Igbo cultural heritage with vibrant festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is modest compared to Lagos or Abuja.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but limited urban outdoor recreational spaces.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Igbo and other local languages available but limited formal schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences offered, though not widely commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with many traditional dishes and street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating possible but depends on choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone is convenient for Europe and Africa but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure and support are limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
34%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces lack modern amenities and professional environment.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
47%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some local tech hubs but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
58%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and local payment platforms exist but can be unreliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Enugu Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit is informal and unreliable; mostly minibuses and motorcycle taxis.
🚶 Walkability
33%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited and uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
21%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent; roads are unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Road travel is common; limited rail options; flights available but costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional throttling reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; reliance on generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
45%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visas available for some nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some restrictions and government monitoring.
🏛️ Political Stability
42%
Weight: 20
Occasional political tensions and security concerns in some regions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Business registration is improving but still bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
32%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few to no organized digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Enugu.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist; petty crime common; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.