Governor's Harbour, Bahamas 🇧🇸
#1929
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Generally high cost of living due to import reliance and island location, making everyday expenses relatively expensive.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Limited housing options with high rental prices, especially for longer stays; vacation rentals dominate the market.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Imported goods drive up grocery prices; local produce is limited but available seasonally.
🚌 Transportation Cost
51%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and rental cars increases costs moderately.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced; nightlife and events can be costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available with moderate membership fees; some upscale options are expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Bahamian dollar pegged 1:1 to USD, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber available in some areas but overall connectivity can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or private accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
47%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
39%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings with good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets, though some areas less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to ocean breezes and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with outdoor activities but limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
52%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to Nassau or abroad is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
41%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive, especially for private services and emergencies.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities with adequate basic care but lacking advanced medical infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine; occasional rain mostly in summer months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during the season (June-November) is moderate to high.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Natural parks and beaches provide ample green and blue spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet island environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; some bars and small clubs but not vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for beach activities, snorkeling, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning options; English dominant with some Creole influences.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, fishing, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly small bars and community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Decent variety of local and international cuisine but limited diversity.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; mostly small and community-run.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers with basic equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available but often expensive and limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
24%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
31%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work depends on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
27%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with few local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; mostly small local businesses.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Emerging interest but limited adoption and infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
57%
Weight: 30
Governor's Harbour Airport offers regional flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
44%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows some walkability but limited sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
32%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads can be narrow and unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Ferry and small plane options connect to other islands but are limited and costly.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
36%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage across the island with 4G LTE available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
68%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur, especially during storms, but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
39%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
72%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No income tax, capital gains tax, or wealth tax, favorable for remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable parliamentary democracy with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate process for registering businesses; some paperwork and fees involved.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa program as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
12%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
28%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads; limited forums or groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers, though caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with generally good racial tolerance.