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Rabaul, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬
#1851
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Nomad Score:
32%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Relatively high cost of living due to import reliance and limited local production.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited housing options with higher prices compared to other regional towns.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Most food is imported, leading to higher grocery prices; local markets offer some affordable produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
41%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and boats can be costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
25%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment venues; costs can be high due to scarcity.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
10%
Weight: 10
No formal gyms available in Rabaul.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
Papua New Guinea Kina is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
23%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
0%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces in Rabaul.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited cafes offering WiFi; connectivity is often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
5%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
2%
Weight: 100
Not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are available and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but limited professional infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings with volcanic landscapes and ocean views.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
Infrastructure challenges lead to moderate cleanliness levels.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
English is official but local languages dominate; communication can be challenging.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrialization.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families and children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare facilities with basic services only.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality is low.
🏥 Healthcare
20%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare infrastructure; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
70%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round but high humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
20%
Weight: 10
High risk due to active volcanoes and tropical cyclones.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and forests nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in most accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except during volcanic activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with unique traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, diving, and exploring volcanic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
15%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
0%
Weight: 10
No yoga studios in Rabaul.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
35%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+10 is convenient for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking opportunities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
10%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small and not focused on remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
5%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance community presence.
🏢 Coworking Quality
0%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads are not well maintained.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
20%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mostly by boat or small planes.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Basic mobile coverage but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability affects reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi spots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain but limited digital nomad-specific options.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest and governance challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Process is slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not established as a nomad-friendly destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence related to digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Some safety concerns due to crime and infrastructure.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues may pose challenges for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional ethnic tensions reported.