Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬
#429
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Nomad Score:
33%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Port Moresby is relatively expensive compared to other cities in the region due to import reliance and limited local production.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Housing is costly, especially for secure and comfortable options suitable for expats and digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Imported food items are expensive; local produce is limited but more affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
40%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; reliance on taxis and private vehicles increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options with higher prices in hotels and clubs.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are few and relatively pricey compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Papua New Guinean Kina has moderate stability but can be affected by commodity price fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
34%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable outside business districts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
23%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Port Moresby is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
65%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are widely available and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
45%
Weight: 30
Challenging due to infrastructure and safety concerns, but natural surroundings offer relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; natural environment nearby is rich but urban areas less clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
25%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is an official language, easing communication for many foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate but can be affected by traffic and industrial activities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
30%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack advanced services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
40%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive relative to local income; private care is costly.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but for serious issues, evacuation is often necessary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; can be humid and rainy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of earthquakes and tropical cyclones exists but not extremely high.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous cultures and traditions with vibrant local festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; safety concerns restrict late-night activities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to diverse natural environments including beaches and rainforests.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn Tok Pisin and local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Unique cultural and nature tours available but infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
45%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is unique but dining options are limited and often expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers, mostly in upscale areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
30%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but healthy prepared food options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+10, suitable for Asia-Pacific region but less convenient for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are minimal and lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments exist but adoption is low; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Port Moresby has an international airport with limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
Public transit infrastructure is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
20%
Weight: 20
City layout and safety concerns limit walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing is limited; taxis are more common but expensive.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually nonexistent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited options; air travel is primary mode for longer distances.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy outside city limits.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet restrictions and speed can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable supply are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often insecure.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but processes can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech but some restrictions and self-censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Political environment can be unstable with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is not very supportive or welcoming to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
High crime rates and security concerns limit safety.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Safety and cultural factors make it challenging for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional ethnic tensions exist.