Auki, Solomon Islands 🇸🇧
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living due to local economy and limited imported goods, but some items can be expensive due to remoteness.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable basic housing options available, though quality and availability can be limited.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported goods and variety are limited and more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on boats and occasional taxis can increase costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Few formal entertainment venues; most activities are nature-based and low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal gyms available in Auki.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
Solomon Islands dollar is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
27%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and often unreliable, with limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces available.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
12%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes, and WiFi is rare and unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
8%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads due to infrastructure and connectivity challenges.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are available and affordable with basic data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with natural surroundings supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with abundant natural beauty and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
Basic cleanliness maintained but limited waste management infrastructure.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is official language but local Pijin and indigenous languages dominate; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities but limited schooling and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
32%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped; serious cases require travel to larger centers.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and forests surrounding the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in most accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous culture with traditional customs and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, forests, and marine life for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
34%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; opportunities mostly informal and community-based.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours and nature excursions available but limited commercial infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
7%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in Auki.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities beyond informal outdoor exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
UTC+11; favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; remote work depends on external connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
0%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces or facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or entrepreneurial ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
5%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Auki has a small airport with limited flights; connections mostly via Honiara.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on informal transport.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and limited air travel options; road infrastructure is poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options, mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage in town; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability affects reliability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent outages and voltage fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited digital nomad-specific tax policies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional regional tensions and governance challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; limited options for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow processes; not streamlined for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums related to Auki for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and occasional tribal conflicts reported.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; some caution advised for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse indigenous groups.