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Senegal

Dakar

West African hub with growing coworking (Jokkolabs) and nomad interest

In Dakar, a mid-range month runs about $2,009 (F CFA 1,142,219) and there is some violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Moderate

Cheaper day to day than about 50% of cities

Internet1.2/10

Slower internet than about 90% of cities

Visas4/10

Harder visas than about 75% of cities

Coworking4.1/10

Weaker coworking than about 65% of cities

English3/10

Among the 5% least English-friendly cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness3.3/10

Fewer wellness options than about 75% of cities

Getting There4.9/10

Harder to reach than about 55% of cities

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33 categories for Dakar, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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