Enugu, Nigeria 🇳🇬
#261
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards; affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
76%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality and availability can vary; expat-standard apartments cost more.
🍎 Food & Groceries
84%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis (okadas) are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
79%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and entertainment options, though limited compared to larger Nigerian cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and more expensive relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
34%
Weight: 30
Naira has experienced volatility and inflation pressures, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-15 Mbps; occasional outages and inconsistent quality.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
38%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces; mostly small-scale or informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes offering reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outages can disrupt work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on social life; work infrastructure less developed.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environment quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste disposal and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English is official language; local languages prevalent but English widely understood.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air pollution from traffic and open burning is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is developing but inconsistent.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be heavy but manageable.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
36%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and offices but less so in homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Igbo cultural heritage with festivals and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; bars and clubs available but not extensive.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but limited urban outdoor recreational spaces.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
43%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Igbo and other local languages exist but not widely formalized.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
57%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local experiences available but niche and less commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Vibrant local cuisine with diverse Nigerian dishes; street food popular.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; wellness culture still emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce abundant; healthy eating possible but less emphasized.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone convenient for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
32%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
34%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces basic with inconsistent amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
41%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech hubs but limited scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
57%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking services improving but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto despite regulatory uncertainties.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
48%
Weight: 30
Enugu Airport has limited international flights; mostly domestic connections.
🚇 Public Transit
42%
Weight: 20
Informal and limited public transit options; reliance on minibuses and motorcycle taxis.
🚶 Walkability
31%
Weight: 20
Poor pedestrian infrastructure; walking often unsafe or inconvenient.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt operate but coverage limited.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure almost non-existent; unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Road travel common; buses and shared taxis available but roads can be poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; some rural gaps.
🔒 VPN Reliability
62%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional restrictions possible.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
28%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; reliance on generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
33%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
45%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visa options limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
54%
Weight: 15
Freedom exists but with some government restrictions and self-censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Regional security concerns and occasional unrest affect stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Lengthy documentation and verification processes for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad-focused events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Enugu.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
37%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to petty crime and regional security issues.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Moderate challenges for female travelers; cultural norms and safety concerns.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; occasional ethnic tensions exist.