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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 🇹🇿
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
74%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside the city center, though quality can vary.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis (bodaboda) are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety compared to larger global cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; prices are moderate but less competitive.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Tanzanian Shilling experiences moderate inflation and some volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; can be inconsistent depending on location.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces mostly in central business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
58%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
49%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination with low but growing presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to explore nature and culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but less severe than in larger industrial cities.
🧼 Cleanliness
43%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas suffer from waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Swahili is dominant; English is widely spoken in business and tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and dust, but generally breathable.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies significantly.
🏥 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; rainy seasons can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
56%
Weight: 10
Some parks and coastal areas, but limited green urban spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
67%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
42%
Weight: 10
Traffic and street noise can be significant in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse ethnic groups and vibrant traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Limited but growing nightlife scene with bars and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches, islands, and national parks offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Swahili through immersion and local classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, wildlife safaris, and coastal excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and malls available but not extensive.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and East African flavors; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
62%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 time zone suitable for European and Middle Eastern clients; less ideal for 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
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few platforms or hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem focused on tech and agriculture but still small.
💳 Local Payment Services
69%
Weight: 10
Mobile money services like M-Pesa are widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity; limited crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
International airport with regional connections; limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
47%
Weight: 20
Informal and crowded public transport; no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent and limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
53%
Weight: 15
Uber and local apps operate but coverage is patchy.
🚲 Cycling
31%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis available; limited rail services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
64%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional slowdowns reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages in some areas; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
46%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
43%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with occasional government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; foreigner-friendly banks limited.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and can be slow; improving but still challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks many amenities and infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence and resources for digital nomads in the city.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
51%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common, but violent crime less frequent.
♀️ Female Friendly
47%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups.