Dakar, Senegal 🇸🇳
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Affordable but varies; central Dakar can be pricier, while outskirts offer cheaper options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
84%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and cultural events, though some venues can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
53%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are limited and can be moderately priced compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
West African CFA franc is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro, but regional economic factors apply.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; fiber is limited mostly to business districts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
48%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in central Dakar; still developing.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a mainstream digital nomad hub yet; growing interest but still niche.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on social and family life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management challenges affect quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
Street cleanliness varies; some areas have litter and sanitation issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is official; limited English spoken outside tourist/business areas.
💨 Air Quality
47%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is moderate, especially in busy urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Some family-oriented activities; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; private clinics better but limited advanced care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
74%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
52%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with dry and wet seasons; generally sunny and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
78%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
63%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and modern buildings but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Urban noise common, especially traffic and street vendors.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with music, art, and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
67%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with clubs, bars, and live music, though limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and natural parks; limited urban outdoor spaces.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn French and Wolof through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Varied cultural tours, markets, and historical sites available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
54%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
81%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with fresh seafood and street food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is small.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
47%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers, mostly in upscale areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone convenient for Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community but still underdeveloped.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; limited amenities compared to global standards.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem with focus on tech and social enterprises.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services are popular; card acceptance improving.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
38%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption but increasing interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport offers good regional and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Public buses and shared taxis available but can be crowded and irregular.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some neighborhoods are walkable; others less so due to infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
61%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Yango and local services operate in Dakar.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
64%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Dakar to other cities; limited train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
58%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; backup generators common in businesses.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some limitations on press and political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable democracy with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Improving bureaucracy but still some hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence for Dakar-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population.