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Nomad Score: 44%

πŸ’° Cost & Affordability

πŸ’Έ Cost of Living
71% Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, though prices can vary with imported goods being expensive.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63% Weight: 80
Affordable housing options exist but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75% Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported food is costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80% Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs vary but generally affordable.
πŸ‹οΈ Gym Membership Cost
40% Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership tends to be pricier relative to local income.
πŸ’± Currency Stability
38% Weight: 30
Leone has experienced volatility and inflation concerns in recent years.

πŸ’» Digital Nomad Essentials

πŸš€ Internet Speed
35% Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
πŸ‘₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
21% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
β˜• Cafes with WiFi
30% Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is often poor.
πŸ’»β˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25% Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
πŸ“± Local SIM Card Availability
70% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.

🌟 Quality of Life

βš–οΈ Work-Life Balance
60% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can impact productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42% Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
35% Weight: 10
City cleanliness is a challenge with visible litter and poor sanitation in some areas.
πŸ—¨οΈ Language Barrier
67% Weight: 30
English is the official language, easing communication for many foreigners.
πŸ’¨ Air Quality
40% Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate due to traffic and open burning.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Friendly
35% Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and healthcare.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

πŸ₯ Healthcare Quality
30% Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious medical needs require travel abroad.
πŸ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
65% Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but limited in quality.
πŸ₯ Healthcare
32% Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care and specialists.

🌿 Climate & Environment

β˜€οΈ Weather
78% Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense.
πŸŒͺ️ Natural Disaster Risk
60% Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
38% Weight: 10
Few public parks or green spaces within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in hotels and some offices but not widespread.
πŸ‚ Seasonal Variety
20% Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
πŸ”Š Noise Pollution
30% Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and street activities.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, dance, and traditions.
πŸŒƒ Nightlife
40% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65% Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and natural reserves offers outdoor activities.
πŸ—£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; opportunity to learn local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60% Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
68% Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20% Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
πŸ‹οΈ Fitness Facilities
30% Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
πŸ₯— Healthy Food Options
55% Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy foods are scarce.

πŸ’Ό Work Environment

πŸ•°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
65% Weight: 20
GMT timezone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa, less so for Americas or Asia.
🀝 Networking Opportunities
25% Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital professionals.
πŸ’» Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
πŸ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
28% Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited support infrastructure.
🏒 Coworking Quality
20% Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic and lack amenities.

πŸ“ˆ Business & Economy

πŸš€ Startup Scene
30% Weight: 15
Emerging but nascent startup ecosystem with limited funding.
πŸ’³ Local Payment Services
45% Weight: 10
Mobile money services are growing but international payment options are limited.
πŸ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30% Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.

πŸš† Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
40% Weight: 30
Lungi International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct international flights.
πŸš‡ Public Transit
35% Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis dominate; no formal public transit system.
🚢 Walkability
40% Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure and safety concerns limit walking.
πŸš— Ride-sharing Services
20% Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; reliance on motorcycle taxis and informal transport.
🚲 Cycling
25% Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
πŸš„ Intercity Travel Options
40% Weight: 15
Road travel is common but infrastructure is poor; limited bus services.
πŸ›΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15% Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.

πŸ“‘ Connectivity

πŸ“± Mobile Network Coverage
60% Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but weaker in rural surroundings.
πŸ”’ VPN Reliability
50% Weight: 20
VPN services work but internet instability can affect connection quality.
⚑ Power Grid Reliability
30% Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; many rely on generators or solar backups.
πŸ“Ά Public WiFi Availability
25% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.

βš–οΈ Legal & Administrative

πŸ›‚ Visa Ease
50% Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities but process can be slow.
πŸ“Š Tax Friendliness
40% Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly favorable for freelancers.
πŸ—£οΈ Freedom of Speech
60% Weight: 15
Generally respected but occasional government restrictions reported.
πŸ›οΈ Political Stability
55% Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40% Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy is significant; documentation requirements high.
πŸ“„ Ease of Business Registration
45% Weight: 10
Process is improving but still slow and cumbersome.
πŸ“„βœˆοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
20% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🀝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15% Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐πŸ‘₯ Online Community Presence
20% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for digital nomads in Freetown.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety
40% Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime common, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
35% Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues can pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60% Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners but occasional discrimination reported.

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