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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Teresina is one of the more affordable capitals in Brazil, with low prices for daily expenses compared to larger cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively low, with many budget-friendly options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive and fresh food, making groceries and dining affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap but limited; many rely on moto-taxis or ride-sharing.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger Brazilian cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several local gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Brazilian Real experiences moderate volatility, impacting budgeting for long-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end for heavy streaming or large uploads.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few established hubs for digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; not a strong culture yet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Teresina is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life compared to major cities, allowing for good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and heat can affect environmental comfort.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas suffer from litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
38%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges for non-Portuguese speakers.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average but can worsen during dry season due to dust and pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture with schools and parks, but limited expat support.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is basic; private clinics offer better services but at higher costs.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
71%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to global standards but still a significant expense.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare services are accessible but limited in specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Hot tropical climate with mostly sunny days; can be very hot during summer months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
78%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
53%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist but are limited within the urban environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and public places due to the hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently hot and humid year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Urban noise can be high, especially in busy areas and during festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and northeastern Brazilian influences.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and live music but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but limited immediate outdoor recreational options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools for foreigners; immersion is primary method.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but not heavily developed for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with affordable street food and regional specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is small.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
GMT-3 time zone aligns well with North and South American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote work is international.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
34%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is nascent with few organized groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and few in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped compared to larger Brazilian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps like PicPay are common; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; adoption growing but not mainstream.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Teresina airport offers domestic flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
43%
Weight: 20
Bus system exists but is limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable neighborhoods but overall urban planning favors vehicles.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
68%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hot climate discourages biking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; flights available but limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well; no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Brazil offers relatively straightforward tourist visas for many countries.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Brazilian tax system is complex and can be burdensome for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political tensions.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Moderate political instability and social unrest occasionally occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts for foreigners can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Brazil as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Teresina digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
48%
Weight: 100
Moderate crime rates; caution advised especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution; some gender-based safety concerns exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but occasional racial issues persist.