Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 🇹🇿
#250
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with low costs for food and transportation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Rental prices vary; affordable options exist but quality and security can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
67%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
53%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but can be pricey relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Tanzanian Shilling experiences moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; stable in central areas but slower in outskirts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly in central business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
58%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
47%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a mainstream digital nomad destination yet; growing interest.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to explore nature and culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; coastal location helps with air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
37%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste management and street cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Swahili is dominant; English is spoken in business and tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
51%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; suitable for adventurous families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
43%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies widely.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and distinct wet/dry seasons.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
48%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks; natural green areas mostly outside city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
61%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and offices; less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
39%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in busy areas due to traffic and street activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Swahili culture with diverse influences and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Growing nightlife scene with bars and clubs, but limited compared to major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, islands, and nearby national parks for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Swahili through immersion and local classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural tours, wildlife excursions, and coastal activities available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
41%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
34%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
49%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible but depends on choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 time zone suits European and Middle Eastern remote workers well.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
32%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic and lack amenities common in global hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some tech hubs but limited funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
63%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services like M-Pesa are widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
27%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
59%
Weight: 30
International airport with regional connections; limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
44%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis dominate; no formal mass transit system.
🚶 Walkability
36%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are inconsistent and pedestrian infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
51%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Bolt and Uber operate but coverage is patchy.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and ferry services available but can be slow and unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
21%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
64%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
47%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages in some areas; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions and government oversight; moderate freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Generally stable with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
49%
Weight: 15
Process can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
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
41%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities exist but infrastructure and community are limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
37%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Dar es Salaam.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime common, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues can pose challenges for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; some occasional discrimination reported.