At a glance
 TZ
Mbeya
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 MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Malawi |
| Nomad score | 5.0 / 10 | 4.8 / 10 |
| Cost of living | Data unavailable | $648 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 26° / 15°C | 27° / 21°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 54 Moderate | 60 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 23.6°C | 27.4°C |
| Average low | 13.9°C | 18.9°C |
| Precipitation | 110 mm / mo | 170 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 325 h / mo | 315 h / mo |
| Humidity | 74% | 76% |
| Rain days | 12.9 / mo | 14.8 / mo |
| Wind speed | 13.4 km/h | 12 km/h |
TZ
Mbeya · average high by month
J 22
F 23
M 23
A 23
M 22
J 22
J 22
A 24
S 26
O 27
N 26
D 24
MW
Nkhata Bay · average high by month
J 28
F 28
M 27
A 27
M 25
J 24
J 24
A 26
S 29
O 31
N 31
D 29
Air quality
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 54 | 60 |
| PM2.5 | 9.5 µg/m³ | 13 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 11.1 µg/m³ | 14.8 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 72 µg/m³ | 82 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 3.9 | 3.2 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.7 | 1.0 |
| Local Payment Services | 4.2 | 2.5 |
| Startup Scene | 2.3 | 1.4 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 3.5 | 3.4 |
| Green Spaces | 6.8 | 7.8 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 6.9 | 5.7 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.6 | 6.6 |
| Seasonal Variety | 5.1 | 4.4 |
| Weather | 7.5 | 7.4 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 6.8 | 5.6 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 4.9 | 4.3 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| VPN Reliability | 6.5 | 5.8 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.9 | 8.6 |
| Cost of Living | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Currency Stability | 5.0 | 2.8 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.9 | 7.4 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.9 | 5.5 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.0 | 7.8 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.0 | 6.3 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.3 | 3.1 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 4.9 | 3.7 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Nightlife | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.2 | 9.0 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.1 | 1.1 |
| Nomad Friendly | 2.7 | 2.9 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.4 | 1.4 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
|
TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 3.5 | 1.7 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 1.7 | 0.7 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.9 | 0.9 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Internet Speed | 4.9 | 3.4 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.3 | 5.9 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 3.0 | 2.1 |
| Food Scene | 3.8 | 4.1 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.0 | 3.6 |
| Yoga Studios | 1.4 | 1.9 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 4.1 | 3.3 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.8 | 7.9 |
| Healthcare Quality | 3.4 | 2.7 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.7 | 0.3 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.5 | 3.3 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.3 | 3.1 |
| Freedom of Speech | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Political Stability | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.4 | 4.8 |
| Visa Ease | 5.4 | 5.2 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 7.1 | 8.0 |
| Cleanliness | 5.2 | 5.7 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.1 | 7.6 |
| Family Friendly | 5.6 | 5.7 |
| Language Barrier | 4.1 | 6.5 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.4 | 7.8 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.0 | 5.9 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.8 | 7.0 |
| Safety | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 3.6 | 2.3 |
| Cycling | 3.0 | 3.1 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 4.7 | 3.3 |
| Public Transit | 3.3 | 2.6 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 2.6 | 0.6 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 1.9 | 2.6 |
| Walkability | 4.0 | 4.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 2.0 | 1.5 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 1.9 | 2.0 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.4 | 2.5 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.4 | 2.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 5.9 | 6.6 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $28 per pair | $20 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $23 per dress | $14 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $80 per pair | $46 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $7.65 per month | $11 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.35 per ticket | $2.87 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $1.45 per cup | $0.86 per cup |
| Beer | $1.64 per pint | $1.03 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $2.87 per meal | $1.72 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $24 per meal | $14 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $4.47 per meal | $3.15 per meal |
| Apples | $1.91 per kg | $1.43 per kg |
| Bread | $0.57 per loaf | $0.46 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.61 per bottle | $0.46 per bottle |
| Milk | $0.92 per liter | $0.69 per liter |
| Rice | $0.92 per kg | $0.86 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $4.97 per kg | $4.01 per kg |
| Beef | $5.73 per kg | $5.16 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $9.17 per bottle | $6.88 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $57 per month | $46 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
|
TZ
Mbeya
|
MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $3.82 per month | $5.73 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $14 per visit | $14 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $5.73 per purchase | $2.87 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $69 per month | $57 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $134 per month | $69 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $306 per month | $459 per month |
| Coworking Space | $99 per month | $37 per month |
| Coliving Space | $191 per month | $201 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $7.65 per month | $5.73 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $3.82 per month | $5.73 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $6.12 per visit | $2.87 per visit |
| Laundry | $1.91 per kg | $1.72 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $4.97 per month | $8.60 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $11 per month | $49 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $3.44 one-time | $2.87 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $7.65 per month | $17 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $9.56 per hour | $11 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
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MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $7.65 per month | $11 per month |
| Taxi Start | $0.84 per trip | $1.15 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.50 per km | $0.46 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $28 per month | $14 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $4.28 per trip | $2.87 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.07 per liter | $0.97 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $9.17 per month | $8.60 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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TZ
Mbeya
|
MW
Nkhata Bay
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $11 per month | $11 per month |