Auki, Solomon Islands 🇸🇧
#1918
-8.770607, 160.699265
Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger cities, but higher than some regional counterparts.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Affordable options available, but limited variety and quality in housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer reasonable prices, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but local taxis and rides are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with some activities being costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The local currency is stable, but fluctuations can occur due to economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and unreliable, with limited infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, making it challenging for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability and speed can vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to a lack of community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace of life contributes to good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Natural surroundings are beautiful, but some areas suffer from pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies, with some areas well-maintained and others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
English is spoken, but fluency varies, leading to potential communication issues.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though some pollution from local sources can occur.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are basic and may not meet the needs of all expats.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable, but quality may vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available, but specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and minimal extremes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Prone to natural disasters such as cyclones and earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and humid throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional practices, but limited exposure to global influences.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on local bars and gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities abound.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, with few formal classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited compared to larger tourist areas.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options for international food are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, limiting options for fitness enthusiasts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, with few options for group classes or specialized training.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be favorable for working with certain regions, but not all.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads due to small community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally; most jobs are in tourism or local services.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; limited demand for freelance services.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist lack quality amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Non-existent startup scene; very few entrepreneurial initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but limited options for digital transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited flights and connectivity; primarily regional travel options.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal, with few options for getting around.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking in others.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; reliance on local taxis.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Few intercity travel options available, primarily by bus or ferry.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is available but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable, but speed may vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but generally reliable in urban areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options available, mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for tourists and short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Basic tax structure, but not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but occasional political tensions can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are cumbersome and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but local attitudes can vary.