Forum
Analytics
Dakar, Senegal 🇸🇳
#675
,
Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 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 inexpensive; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
84%
Weight: 20
Public transport and shared taxis are very affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and cultural events, though some venues can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are limited and can be moderately priced.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
West African CFA franc is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; improving but inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in central Dakar.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not yet a major hub for digital nomads, but slowly growing.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong emphasis on social and family life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution present; coastal location helps with air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
French is official; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution, especially in traffic-heavy zones.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities but safe neighborhoods exist.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry season preferred.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
38%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and offices but less so in homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
35%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in busy areas due to traffic and street activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with music, art, and vibrant traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
67%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with clubs, bars, and live music, especially in Dakar.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
62%
Weight: 15
Coastal beaches and nearby nature reserves offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn French and Wolof locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, markets, and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with fresh seafood and street food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but are limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT timezone convenient for Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent but growing slowly.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech hubs and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services like Orange Money are popular and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still limited adoption and infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Blaise Diagne International Airport offers good regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
53%
Weight: 20
Public buses and shared taxis available but can be crowded and irregular.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some neighborhoods are walkable; others require transport due to infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
62%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Yango and local taxis are widely used.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect Dakar to other cities; limited train service.
🛵 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 heavy restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; backup generators common in businesses.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but with some government oversight.
🏛️ Political Stability
67%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable democracy with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities exist but limited infrastructure tailored for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Dakar; growing slowly.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
58%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common, but violent crime is lower.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; some occasional discrimination reported.