Jolly Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda 🇦🇬
#1186
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living due to island location and reliance on imports; more expensive than mainland Caribbean but cheaper than major global cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
37%
Weight: 80
Accommodation tends to be pricey, especially beachfront properties and short-term rentals favored by tourists and expats.
🍎 Food & Groceries
43%
Weight: 40
Groceries are relatively expensive due to import costs; local markets offer some affordable fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
62%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and rental cars increases costs but short distances keep expenses moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced; nightlife and dining can be expensive in tourist areas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate membership fees; some resorts offer day passes.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) is pegged to USD, providing good currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
59%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 20-40 Mbps; some variability and occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or hotel business centers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
44%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with reliable WiFi; internet quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
32%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and relatively unpolluted environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
71%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public areas, though some tourist spots can get littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
89%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to ocean breezes and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good environment for families with outdoor activities and safety.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; serious cases require evacuation.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
63%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited options may increase expenses.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; lacks specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during June-November; generally well-prepared but risk remains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas; lush tropical vegetation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
68%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet except in tourist hotspots and during festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with festivals and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for beach activities, hiking, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes; English dominant.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of tours focusing on nature, history, and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Decent variety of Caribbean and international cuisine; some higher-end restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some resorts offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
57%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh fruits and seafood supports healthy eating.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
72%
Weight: 20
AST (UTC-4) is convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
27%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Lack of dedicated coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
31%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and infrastructure for crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
V.C. Bird International Airport nearby with regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Limited public transportation; mainly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable within small town areas but limited sidewalks in some parts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Some potential for cycling but limited dedicated infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and small plane options to nearby islands; limited intercity transport on island.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage across the island; 5G limited or unavailable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
74%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with stable internet.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward tourist visa process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax; favorable tax environment for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
83%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable parliamentary democracy with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; some banks require local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering small businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
28%
Weight: 20
Small online presence in digital nomad forums and social media.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance.