💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major Brazilian cities like São Paulo and Rio; daily expenses are reasonable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher in central or upscale neighborhoods; affordable options exist in suburban areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; eating out is reasonably priced with many local options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is inexpensive; buses and metro are affordable and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cinemas, theaters, and cultural events are accessible but not abundant.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with many mid-range gyms available; premium gyms cost more but still reasonable.
💱 Currency Stability
42%
Weight: 30
Brazilian Real experiences moderate volatility; inflation concerns persist but have stabilized somewhat recently.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 50-70 Mbps in urban areas; reliable fiber connections available in many parts of the city.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, mostly concentrated in central areas; growing but not yet extensive.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi; good variety of spots suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good internet, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Brasília is not a top digital nomad hotspot; fewer nomads compared to coastal Brazilian cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance culture; locals value leisure and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; green initiatives are growing but air quality can fluctuate.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City is cleaner than many Brazilian cities but some areas suffer from litter and maintenance issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist or business sectors.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable but can worsen during dry season and due to vehicle emissions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Good public and private healthcare facilities; private hospitals offer high standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is free but can be slow; private healthcare is affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
72%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is reliable with access to specialists and emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Tropical savanna climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry winters and wet summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
City is known for its planned green areas and parks, offering good outdoor spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
78%
Weight: 15
Most indoor spaces, including accommodations and offices, have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
41%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons with consistently warm temperatures.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and modernist architecture; less vibrant than coastal cities.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is moderate with bars and clubs but less diverse and lively than in Rio or São Paulo.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Access to parks, lakes, and nearby natural reserves; good for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Portuguese language schools available; limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences, but fewer than in major tourist hubs.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Brazilian and international cuisine; local markets offer fresh ingredients.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are common; options for various fitness activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
Brasília Time (BRT) aligns well with North American and European working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major business hubs; some events but smaller scale.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is developing but still limited; many rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but not yet mature or large.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional with decent amenities but fewer premium options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
57%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some government support but smaller than São Paulo or Rio.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment apps like Pix; cashless payments widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Brazil has growing crypto adoption; Brasília follows national trends with moderate usage.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Brasília International Airport offers good domestic and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Bus and metro system available but coverage and frequency can be limited.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City layout is car-centric with wide avenues; walkability is limited in many areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
81%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing apps are widely used and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
57%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes exist but infrastructure is not fully developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and flight connections to other Brazilian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
52%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter rentals; some bike-sharing programs but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout underway.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity 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 visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Brazil has relatively high taxes and complex regulations for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political tensions but no major restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
53%
Weight: 20
Political environment is somewhat unstable with frequent protests and polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure and community are developing but not yet mature.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence of Brasília-based digital nomad groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
57%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; some areas have higher crime rates, but central areas are relatively safe.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain neighborhoods.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Brazil is diverse with ongoing social challenges; Brasília is relatively tolerant but issues persist.