Port Harcourt
Nigeria, Africa
3.0M people
WAT
English
City
Port City
Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is a major city in Rivers State, Nigeria. It's a significant economic hub, known for its petroleum industry and bustling port.
Economic Hub
Safety
40
Security
Unsafe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
35
Medical
Poor
32°
L: 24°
Best time to visitNovember
Annual rainfall
2000mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
55
Rent Index
Moderate
45
Groceries
Affordable
50
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$500
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
45
Overall Quality Score
Fair quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
45
Fair
Poor45
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
70
Very Good
Good70
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
60
Good
Average60
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
70
Very Good
Good70
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
40
Fair
Poor40
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 70/100
Entertainment
60/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
10
Mbps Internet
SPACES
5
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
40
out of 100
Poor40
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
45
out of 100
Poor45
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
35
Fair
Poor35
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
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
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyBelow Average
Score: 40/100
Crime Rate IndexHigh
Index: 60/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability50/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
35
Health Index
LIFESPAN
55
Years
HOSPITALS
10
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
60
Good
Average60
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
30
Fair
Bad30
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
40
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$30
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
40
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
30
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Port Harcourt International Airport
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
40
Fair
Poor40
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
30
Fair
Bad30
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$30
per month
Fuel
$1
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
40
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
55
Fair
Major Universities
Rivers State University of Science and Technology
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
70
Good70
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
60
Average60
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
70
Good70
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
70
Good70
Language Barrier
Low
20
Bad20
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
40
Poor40
Digital Nomad Guide
10 Mbps
Internet Speed
5
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure30/100
Visa Process30/100
Banking & Finance50/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom45/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease40/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 20/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency70/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
English, Pidgin English
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, social gatherings
Practical Information
Time Zone
WAT
Languages
English, Pidgin English
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, social gatherings
Best Time to Visit
November
December
January
February
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
3.0M
Population
60
Cost Index
10 Mbps
Internet
$0.5K
1BR Rent
40
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Rivers State University of Science and Technology
Nearby location
Airports
Port Harcourt International Airport
Nearby location
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