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Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for food and services, though some imported goods can be costly.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Affordable options available, especially outside of high-end neighborhoods, but quality and security vary widely.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported groceries are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap but often unreliable; ride-hailing services are affordable but can fluctuate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, though limited in variety compared to global hubs.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced but quality and facilities vary.
💱 Currency Stability
32%
Weight: 30
Naira has experienced volatility and inflation concerns in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber available in some areas but inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Growing number of coworking spaces, mainly in business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
WiFi available in many cafes but often unstable and slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; power outages can disrupt work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Emerging destination but still low compared to established nomad hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
58%
Weight: 30
Work culture can be demanding; traffic and infrastructure challenges affect lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
39%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues impact environment negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste disposal and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English is official language, easing communication for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
32%
Weight: 15
High levels of air pollution due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; schools and healthcare vary in quality.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare offers decent quality but public facilities are often under-resourced.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
67%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to Western standards but can be expensive locally.
🏥 Healthcare
51%
Weight: 20
Mixed quality; expats often rely on private clinics or travel abroad for serious care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters, though flooding during rainy season is common.
🏞️ Green Spaces
38%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
72%
Weight: 15
Widely used in homes and offices due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
29%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic, markets, and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, art, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
73%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with clubs, bars, and live music, though safety can be a concern.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within city; nearby beaches and parks accessible.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
English dominant; opportunities to learn local languages like Yoruba available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Diverse cultural tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Vibrant and diverse food scene with local and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios; growing interest but still niche.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but vary in quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Healthy options exist but not widespread; local markets offer fresh produce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone favorable for European and African clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
64%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; many rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
57%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community supported by online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
61%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer basic amenities but can lack consistency.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Vibrant and growing startup ecosystem, especially in fintech and tech.
💳 Local Payment Services
63%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and local payment apps available but not fully integrated globally.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
High interest and adoption despite regulatory uncertainties.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Murtala Muhammed International Airport connects Lagos to major African and some international cities.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited and unreliable public transit; heavy reliance on informal transport.
🚶 Walkability
37%
Weight: 20
Poor pedestrian infrastructure and safety concerns limit walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
74%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt widely used.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal cycling infrastructure; not common due to traffic and safety.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
56%
Weight: 15
Road travel dominant; limited rail options; flights available to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
18%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout in early stages.
🔒 VPN Reliability
69%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional government restrictions possible.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages common; many rely on generators or solar backups.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in malls and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visas available for some nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some government restrictions and censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
47%
Weight: 20
Occasional political tensions and security concerns in certain areas.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
61%
Weight: 10
Improved in recent years but still bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
49%
Weight: 50
Emerging but still challenging due to infrastructure and safety concerns.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; mostly informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Growing online presence but smaller compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
38%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to crime and traffic; caution advised especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Challenges exist for solo female travelers; cultural norms and safety issues.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; foreigners often welcomed but occasional discrimination reported.