Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬
#429
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Nomad Score:
32%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Port Moresby is relatively expensive compared to other cities in Papua New Guinea due to import reliance and limited local production.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
High accommodation costs driven by limited supply and security concerns.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Imported food items are costly; local produce is limited in urban areas.
🚌 Transportation Cost
42%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal; reliance on taxis and private vehicles increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
29%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, often expensive and geared towards expatriates.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership fees are relatively high.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Papua New Guinea Kina has moderate volatility but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
38%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or private accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes suitable for working remotely.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Port Moresby is not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
40%
Weight: 30
Challenging due to security concerns and limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; surrounding natural environment is rich but not easily accessible.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
English is an official language, easing communication for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate but can be affected by traffic and dust.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
32%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is moderately affordable but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious conditions require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; high humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of earthquakes and tropical cyclones exists but is moderate.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces; natural parks are outside the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and offices but less so in local residences.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with diverse traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly in hotels and exclusive clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural surroundings but requires travel outside the city.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; opportunity to learn Tok Pisin and local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours available but tourism infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is unique but dining options are limited and often expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers, mostly high-end and expensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of organic or health-focused food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+10, favorable for Asia-Pacific region but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is very limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance infrastructure or community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Port Moresby has an international airport with limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
Public transportation infrastructure is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
20%
Weight: 20
Low walkability due to poor sidewalks and safety concerns.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is virtually non-existent and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mostly domestic flights and rough road travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy outside.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet restrictions and slow speeds can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but processes can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Generally allowed but media and speech can be influenced by political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political environment is somewhat unstable with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 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 welcoming or supportive for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
High crime rates and security concerns for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Safety and cultural norms can be challenging for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional ethnic tensions exist.