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Abuko vs Kotu

GM Gambia GM Gambia

Abuko, Gambia compared with Kotu, Gambia: cost of living, scores, climate and more.

At a glance

At a glance
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Country Gambia Gambia
Nomad score 4.6 / 10 5.3 / 10
Cost of living $708 / mo $1,701 / mo
Internet speed Data unavailable Data unavailable
Weather now 31° / 24°C 31° / 25°C
Air quality (AQI) 62 Moderate 62 Moderate
Community votes 0 0 0 0

Climate averages

Yearly averages of monthly climate data

Climate averages
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Average high 30.4°C 30.1°C
Average low 23°C 23.6°C
Precipitation 67 mm / mo 61 mm / mo
Sunshine 303 h / mo 306 h / mo
Humidity 67% 66%
Rain days 6.9 / mo 6.6 / mo
Wind speed 17.4 km/h 19.2 km/h

GM Abuko · average high by month

GM Kotu · average high by month

Air quality

Air quality
GM Abuko GM Kotu
US AQI 62 62
PM2.5 7 µg/m³ 7 µg/m³
PM10 15.5 µg/m³ 15.5 µg/m³
Ozone 35 µg/m³ 35 µg/m³
UV index 0 0

Business & Economy

Scores out of 10

Business & Economy
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 2.0 2.1
Local Payment Services 3.5 3.9
Startup Scene 1.9 2.2

Climate & Environment

Scores out of 10

Climate & Environment
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Air Conditioning 4.2 5.5
Green Spaces 6.9 5.5
Natural Disaster Risk 6.8 6.5
Noise Pollution 5.2 5.7
Seasonal Variety 3.2 4.1
Weather 5.2 7.6

Connectivity

Scores out of 10

Connectivity
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Mobile Network Coverage 6.3 6.8
Power Grid Reliability 4.8 4.9
Public WiFi Availability 2.8 3.4
VPN Reliability 7.1 6.6

Cost & Affordability

Scores out of 10

Cost & Affordability
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Accommodation Cost 7.6 7.3
Cost of Living 7.0 7.7
Currency Stability 4.5 4.1
Entertainment Cost 7.1 6.9
Food & Groceries 7.5 7.8
Gym Membership Cost 6.5 6.1
Transportation Cost 8.0 7.8

Culture & Entertainment

Scores out of 10

Culture & Entertainment
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Culture 5.6 6.3
Indoors Fun 2.7 3.6
Language Learning Opportunities 4.6 4.3
Local Experiences & Tours 6.5 6.9
Nightlife 2.9 4.6
Outdoors & Nature 8.6 7.6

Digital Nomad Community

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Community
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Nomad Events & Meetups 1.4 1.7
Nomad Friendly 3.3 4.1
Online Community Presence 1.7 2.0

Digital Nomad Essentials

Scores out of 10

Digital Nomad Essentials
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Cafes with WiFi 1.7 3.6
Coworking Spaces Availability 0.5 1.9
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 0.8 2.4
Digital Nomad Popularity 0.9 1.9
Internet Speed 4.1 5.3
Local SIM Card Availability 6.2 6.5

Food & Fitness

Scores out of 10

Food & Fitness
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Fitness Facilities 2.8 3.9
Food Scene 4.1 5.6
Healthy Food Options 4.2 5.0
Yoga Studios 1.5 3.2

Healthcare

Scores out of 10

Healthcare
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Healthcare 3.6 4.3
Healthcare Affordability 7.8 7.9
Healthcare Quality 3.1 3.6

Legal & Administrative

Scores out of 10

Legal & Administrative
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Digital Nomad Visa Availability 0.7 0.8
Ease of Business Registration 3.4 3.6
Ease of Opening Bank Account 3.3 3.6
Freedom of Speech 4.3 5.2
Political Stability 5.1 5.4
Tax Friendliness 6.1 6.3
Visa Ease 4.3 5.4

Quality of Life

Scores out of 10

Quality of Life
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Air Quality 6.8 6.6
Cleanliness 5.0 4.7
Environmental Quality 6.0 6.1
Family Friendly 5.9 6.4
Language Barrier 7.4 7.0
Work-Life Balance 6.4 6.9

Safety & Tolerance

Scores out of 10

Safety & Tolerance
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Female Friendly 4.9 6.4
Racial Tolerance 6.6 7.2
Safety 6.0 7.1

Transportation

Scores out of 10

Transportation
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Airport Connectivity 5.8 6.1
Cycling 3.4 3.7
Intercity Travel Options 3.9 4.3
Public Transit 3.1 3.2
Ride-sharing Services 1.8 2.9
Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 1.9 3.8
Walkability 3.9 4.4

Work Environment

Scores out of 10

Work Environment
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Coworking Quality 1.9 2.7
Freelance Ecosystem 2.6 2.6
Networking Opportunities 2.7 3.0
Remote Job Opportunities 2.6 2.5
Time Zone Favorability 6.4 6.6

Clothing

Local prices in US dollars

Clothing
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Jeans $16 per pair $30 per pair
Summer Dress $11 per dress $25 per dress
Running Shoes $40 per pair $65 per pair

Dining Out

Local prices in US dollars

Dining Out
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Dining Out $20 per month $47 per month

Entertainment

Local prices in US dollars

Entertainment
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Cinema Ticket $5.39 per ticket $6.07 per ticket

Food & Dining

Local prices in US dollars

Food & Dining
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Coffee $1.08 per cup $2.22 per cup
Beer $0.67 per pint $1.48 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $2.02 per meal $4.72 per meal
Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) $27 per meal $38 per meal
Fast Food Combo $4.72 per meal $7.41 per meal
Apples $2.02 per kg $2.56 per kg
Bread $0.47 per loaf $0.20 per loaf
Water (1.5L bottle) $0.54 per bottle $0.61 per bottle
Milk $1.08 per liter $1.68 per liter
Rice $1.35 per kg $0.88 per kg
Chicken Fillets $4.72 per kg $5.66 per kg
Beef $8.09 per kg $6.47 per kg
Wine (Mid-range) $9.44 per bottle $8.76 per bottle

Groceries

Local prices in US dollars

Groceries
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Groceries $54 per month $128 per month

Health Insurance

Local prices in US dollars

Health Insurance
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Health Insurance $8.09 per month $11 per month

Healthcare

Local prices in US dollars

Healthcare
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Doctor Visit (GP) $13 per visit $20 per visit
Pharmacy (basic meds) $6.74 per purchase $4.31 per purchase

Housing

Local prices in US dollars

Housing
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Housing $47 per month $115 per month
Apartment (1 bedroom) $67 per month $290 per month
Airbnb (1 month) $337 per month $741 per month
Coworking Space $40 per month $115 per month
Coliving Space $135 per month $404 per month

Internet & Mobile

Local prices in US dollars

Internet & Mobile
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Internet & Mobile $12 per month $16 per month

Leisure Activities

Local prices in US dollars

Leisure Activities
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Leisure Activities $6.74 per month $20 per month

Personal Care

Local prices in US dollars

Personal Care
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Haircut $2.70 per visit $5.39 per visit
Laundry $4.04 per kg $3.37 per kg

Services

Local prices in US dollars

Services
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Mobile Plan $6.74 per month $13 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $40 per month $57 per month
SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) $3.37 one-time $4.72 one-time
Gym Membership $20 per month $28 per month
Tennis Court (Weekend) $6.74 per hour $10 per hour

Transportation

Local prices in US dollars

Transportation
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Transportation $20 per month $30 per month
Taxi Start $1.35 per trip $1.35 per trip
Taxi per km $0.67 per km $1.01 per km
Monthly Transport Pass $20 per month $24 per month
Ride-hailing (5km) $4.72 per trip $4.72 per trip
Gasoline $0.88 per liter $1.06 per liter
Scooter Rental $6.74 per month $16 per month

Utilities

Local prices in US dollars

Utilities
GM Abuko GM Kotu
Utilities $11 per month $38 per month