Auki, Solomon Islands 🇸🇧
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Nomad Score:
44%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, but imported goods can be pricey due to remoteness.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Basic housing is affordable, but limited options and quality vary; modern apartments are scarce.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries are expensive and limited in variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Local transport is inexpensive but infrequent; reliance on boats and limited road infrastructure.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; mostly local events and natural attractions with low or no cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
23%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are rare and facilities basic if present.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Solomon Islands dollar is moderately stable but vulnerable to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
31%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with limited broadband infrastructure; mostly satellite or 3G.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads must rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is often poor and intermittent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
12%
Weight: 30
Very limited options; cafes are not typically set up for remote work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
8%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads; the city is off the beaten path for remote workers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community ties; slower pace suits work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with abundant natural surroundings and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
56%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is official but local languages dominate; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited facilities and specialists; serious cases require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped and may not meet expat standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and occasional earthquakes; limited disaster preparedness.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in most accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation; mostly wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Melanesian culture with strong traditions and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, diving, fishing, and exploring pristine nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; opportunities mainly through immersion in local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions, though infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; limited cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and unique but limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or outdoor activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood are abundant; processed healthy options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC+11; favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; mobile payments are emerging but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited flights; connections mainly via Honiara.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on informal taxis and boats.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited by road conditions and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and small plane travel available but infrequent and costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Coverage in town is fair with 3G/4G; rural areas have poor signal.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but can be slow due to limited internet bandwidth.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Frequent outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi; mostly unavailable outside few cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but generally stable for daily life.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; process can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming with limited online services.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not established as a digital nomad destination; infrastructure lacking.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums related to Auki for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and occasional tribal tensions exist.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse Melanesian communities.