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    Kano

    Nigeria, Africa
    4.0M people
    Africa/Lagos
    Hausa
    Kano cityscape
    City
    Culture

    Kano

    Kano is a major city in northern Nigeria, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and bustling markets. It serves as a significant commercial and trading hub.

    History
    Trade
    Safety
    60
    Security
    Cost
    40
    Living costs
    Healthcare
    45
    Medical
    35°
    L: 20°
    Best time to visitOctober
    Annual rainfall
    800mm

    Cost of Living

    40
    Overall Cost
    30
    Rent Index
    35
    Groceries
    38
    Restaurants

    Monthly Rent (USD)

    1 Bedroom
    $200
    City center
    3 Bedroom
    $600
    City center
    Cost vs Global Average10% lower

    Healthcare System

    Quality Index
    Healthcare excellence
    45
    Fair
    Poor45
    0255075100
    Cost Index
    Healthcare affordability
    20
    Low Cost
    Bad20
    0255075100

    System Overview

    System Type
    Public and Private
    Emergency Number
    112
    Hospital Density
    10
    per 100k people
    Life Expectancy
    Health Indicator
    55
    years
    Compared to global average (73 years)
    Average65
    0255075100
    Developing health systems

    Education & Family

    INTERNATIONAL
    5
    Schools
    MONTHLY
    $100
    Childcare

    Quality Scores

    Education Quality
    Schools and universities
    40
    Fair
    Family Friendliness
    Child-friendly environment
    65
    Good

    Major Universities

    Bayero University Kano
    Higher education institution

    Mobility & Transportation

    Public Transport
    Quality & coverage
    40
    Fair
    Poor40
    0255075100
    Walkability
    Pedestrian-friendly
    50
    Fair
    Average50
    0255075100
    Traffic Congestion
    High
    70 Index
    Good70
    0255075100

    Transportation Costs

    Public Transport
    $20
    per month
    Fuel
    $1
    per liter
    Taxi
    $0.5
    per km

    Universities

    Bayero University Kano
    Nearby location

    Airports

    Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)
    Nearby location

    Work & Economy

    AVERAGE
    $0K
    Annual Salary
    SPEED
    10
    Mbps Internet
    SPACES
    2
    Coworking

    Work Environment Scores

    Job Market
    Professional opportunities
    50
    out of 100
    Average50
    0255075100
    Startup Ecosystem
    Professional opportunities
    30
    out of 100
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Business Freedom
    Professional opportunities
    60
    out of 100
    Average60
    0255075100
    Work-Life Balance
    Average work hours per week
    45h

    Lifestyle & Culture

    Overall Culture Score

    Arts, heritage & cultural richness

    Excellent
    85
    Excellent85
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    90
    Excellent90
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurant quality & variety
    75
    Good75
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Arts, events & activities
    60
    Average60
    0255075100
    Nightlife
    Bars, clubs & evening scene
    50
    Average50
    0255075100

    Language & Integration

    English Proficiency
    Moderate
    70
    Good70
    0255075100
    Language Barrier
    Moderate
    30
    Bad30
    0255075100

    Expat Community

    Community Size
    Small
    Integration Score
    60
    Average60
    0255075100

    Environment & Health

    HEALTHCARE
    45
    Health Index
    LIFESPAN
    55
    Years
    HOSPITALS
    10
    Per 100K

    Environmental Quality

    Air Quality
    Clean air quality
    50
    Fair
    Average50
    0255075100
    Green Spaces
    Parks and nature access
    30
    Fair
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Noise Levels
    Peaceful environment
    30
    Fair
    Bad30
    0255075100
    Air Quality Index
    Clean air
    50

    Transportation & Mobility

    MONTHLY
    $20
    Public Transport
    PER LITER
    $1.00
    Fuel Cost
    PER KM
    $0.50
    Taxi Rate

    Mobility Scores

    Public Transport
    Buses, trains, metro
    40
    Fair
    Walkability
    Pedestrian friendly
    50
    Fair
    Traffic Flow
    Commute efficiency
    30
    Fair

    Nearby Airports

    Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN)

    Location

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    Key Statistics

    4.0M
    Population
    40
    Cost Index
    10 Mbps
    Internet
    $0.2K
    1BR Rent
    40
    Transport
    $0K
    Avg Salary

    Quality of Life
    Small expat community

    55
    Overall Quality Score
    Good quality of life
    Overall Quality
    Life satisfaction
    55
    Good
    Average55
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    90
    Outstanding
    Excellent90
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurants and cuisine
    75
    Excellent
    Good75
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Nightlife and activities
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    English Proficiency
    Language accessibility
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Expat Integration
    Community inclusion
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    Cultural Scene
    Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
    Food Culture
    Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
    Entertainment
    60/100 entertainment options

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