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Brasília, Brazil 🇧🇷
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Nomad Score: 63%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
71% Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to other Brazilian capitals, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63% Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher in central or upscale neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80% Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, with affordable bus fares and some metro options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be moderately priced, especially in tourist areas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
42% Weight: 30
Brazilian Real experiences moderate volatility, influenced by political and economic factors.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
67% Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps in urban areas, with some fiber availability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60% Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but not as abundant or diverse as in larger Brazilian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to major hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48% Weight: 100
Brasília is not a top digital nomad destination but has a small growing community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with good prepaid plans for tourists.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75% Weight: 30
Generally good balance with a relaxed lifestyle and cultural emphasis on family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60% Weight: 15
Urban pollution exists but less severe than larger cities; green initiatives are growing.
🧼 Cleanliness
55% Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies by neighborhood; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40% Weight: 30
Portuguese is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist or business sectors.
💨 Air Quality
62% Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality, though occasional pollution spikes occur.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
65% Weight: 25
City offers family-oriented amenities and parks but limited international schools.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
70% Weight: 20
Public and private healthcare facilities are available; private clinics offer good standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable, especially public services and private insurance options.
🏥 Healthcare
74% Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with several hospitals and clinics in the city.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
83% Weight: 80
Tropical savanna climate with warm temperatures year-round and a defined dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75% Weight: 10
Brasília is known for its planned green areas and parks integrated into the city layout.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70% Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35% Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons with consistent warm temperatures.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50% Weight: 10
Noise levels vary; some neighborhoods are quiet, others near busy roads can be noisy.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
78% Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with modernist architecture, museums, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60% Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is more subdued compared to larger Brazilian cities like São Paulo or Rio.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72% Weight: 15
Access to parks, lakes, and nearby natural reserves for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55% Weight: 10
Portuguese language schools are available but limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68% Weight: 10
Tours focused on architecture, history, and nature are available but niche.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60% Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and shopping centers provide indoor entertainment options.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
73% Weight: 25
Diverse Brazilian cuisine with some international options; local markets offer fresh ingredients.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65% Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers are present but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68% Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are available with a range of options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70% Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and health-focused eateries.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75% Weight: 20
Brasília Time (BRT) aligns well with North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58% Weight: 25
Limited but growing professional and digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55% Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still limited compared to larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
62% Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer basic amenities but fewer premium options.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
50% Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is developing but less vibrant than São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro.
💳 Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Good availability of local payment apps like Pix, widely used and efficient.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60% Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption but still early stage in Brasília.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
75% Weight: 30
Brasília International Airport offers good domestic and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
58% Weight: 20
Public transit exists but coverage and frequency can be limited.
🚶 Walkability
50% Weight: 20
City layout is car-centric with large distances, limiting walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80% Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services are widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
60% Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and rental options, but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70% Weight: 15
Good bus and flight connections to other major Brazilian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55% Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter rentals; bike rentals more common but not widespread.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city with emerging 5G services.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75% Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to malls and some public spaces.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward for many nationalities; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45% Weight: 30
Brazil has relatively high taxes and complex tax regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70% Weight: 15
Generally respected, though political tensions can influence public discourse.
🏛️ Political Stability
50% Weight: 20
Some political instability and protests occur, affecting overall stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55% Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50% Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30% Weight: 35
Brazil does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
55% Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness with some infrastructure but limited dedicated services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45% Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50% Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Brasília digital nomads compared to larger cities.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
55% Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some areas have higher crime rates, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but some precautions recommended, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65% Weight: 50
Brazil is diverse with generally tolerant attitudes, though some social challenges persist.

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