Gizo, Solomon Islands 🇸🇧
#1003
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Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to global standards, but some imported goods can be pricey.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Limited options with modest pricing; basic guesthouses and rentals available but quality varies.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported food items are expensive due to shipping costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on boats and small vehicles can increase costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Few formal entertainment venues; most activities are nature-based and low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited gym facilities; memberships are rare and expensive if available.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Solomon Islands dollar is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
34%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads must rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
21%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Very limited options catering to digital nomads; most cafes are basic.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
8%
Weight: 100
Not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are available and affordable, though network coverage varies.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with strong community ties and natural surroundings support good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and water; rich biodiversity.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Basic sanitation infrastructure; some areas may have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is an official language, but local dialects are common; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
92%
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 educational and healthcare facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities; limited specialist services and emergency care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but limited in scope and quality.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped; serious conditions require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of cyclones and occasional earthquakes; preparedness is limited.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Limited availability in accommodations and public places; often necessary due to climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
80%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Melanesian culture with strong traditions and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for diving, hiking, and exploring pristine natural environments.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; opportunities mainly through community interaction.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and nature excursions, though infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Simple local cuisine with fresh seafood; limited variety of international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
5%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal classes possible.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness centers; outdoor activities preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood available; processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+11 timezone is favorable for Asia-Pacific remote work but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is very limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance ecosystem or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Very nascent startup ecosystem with minimal support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Gizo has a small airport with limited flights; connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport mainly by boat or private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and road safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Travel between islands mainly by boat; limited and sometimes unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Coverage exists but signal strength and reliability vary widely.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but can be slow due to poor internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
35%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels or government buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax policies; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional local tensions and governance challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking processes are bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or specific remote work permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and services are not tailored for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums for digital nomads in Gizo.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime, but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse communities.