Freeport, Bahamas 🇧🇸
#1072
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Generally high cost of living due to import reliance; groceries and daily expenses are expensive compared to many other destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is costly, especially for long-term rentals; limited budget options available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Food prices are elevated due to import costs; fresh local produce is available but limited.
🚌 Transportation Cost
51%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal; taxis are common but pricey; renting a car is often necessary.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options exist but tend to be expensive, especially tourist-oriented activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are moderately expensive compared to global averages.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Bahamian dollar is pegged 1:1 to USD, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent in urban areas like Freeport but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; options are limited and not widespread.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
29%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings; some urban pollution but generally good.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
Public areas are relatively clean, though some parts of the city show wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to the US is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
31%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high and insurance is recommended.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine; occasional humidity and rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season (June-November) is significant.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and history, though smaller scale than major cities.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; some bars and clubs but not extensive.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, water sports, and nature excursions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited need and opportunities for language learning due to English dominance.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including snorkeling, boating, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small museums and local events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good seafood and local cuisine; limited diversity compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
41%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
47%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
53%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but fresh produce can be expensive.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
86%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time (EST) aligns well with North American and European working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; limited support and investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
38%
Weight: 15
Slow adoption; some interest but no major infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Freeport International Airport offers regional flights; limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
27%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas in downtown Freeport but generally car-dependent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not widely used for commuting.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Ferries and flights connect islands but options are limited and costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural spots may have weaker signals.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; stays up to 8 months possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
89%
Weight: 30
No income tax, capital gains tax, or corporate tax for individuals.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
76%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Freeport.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers, though caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
74%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with generally good racial tolerance.