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Oruro, Bolivia 🇧🇴
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Oruro is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in local apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive food options, though imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Bolivian Boliviano is relatively stable but subject to some inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent, especially outside city center.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomads often rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Oruro is not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with cultural festivals supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution from mining activities.
🧼 Cleanliness
51%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average, with some areas showing litter and poor waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
34%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges for non-Spanish speakers.
💨 Air Quality
48%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to mining and vehicle emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities exist but limited international schools or child-focused activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to international standards.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is basic; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
63%
Weight: 80
High altitude climate with dry and cool weather; can be cold at night but generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with dry and wet seasons but limited temperature variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
City can be noisy due to traffic and festivals, especially during Carnaval.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with famous festivals like Carnaval de Oruro.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, mostly local bars and cultural events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
67%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions and mountains offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools available but limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Traditional Bolivian cuisine is prominent; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
52%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
GMT-4 time zone suitable for working with North and South America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
23%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
45%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
37%
Weight: 30
Oruro has a small airport with limited flights; major international travel requires connecting via La Paz.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Basic bus system available but not extensive or modern.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with compact layout.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are limited or unavailable.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and terrain is hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect Oruro to other cities but are slow and basic.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in city; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government influence.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest affects stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is slow and involves significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall, Oruro is not very accommodating or popular among digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums related to digital nomads in Oruro.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms may pose challenges; some areas less safe for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some discrimination can occur.