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Nassau, Bahamas 🇧🇸
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Nassau is quite expensive compared to many cities due to import reliance and tourism-driven prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Housing and rentals are costly, especially near the beach and city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
25%
Weight: 40
Groceries are expensive due to imports; dining out is pricey but offers good quality seafood.
🚌 Transportation Cost
64%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is limited but affordable; taxis are common but can be expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are mostly tourist-oriented and can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
47%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are moderately expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
The Bahamian dollar is pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, providing strong stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
Internet is decent in urban areas but can be inconsistent and slower than major global hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly small and limited in amenities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
58%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connectivity and ambiance vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
29%
Weight: 100
Nassau is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 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 ocean, but urban areas have some pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, especially tourist areas, but some neighborhoods less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to ocean breezes and low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available but limited specialized services; many rely on US facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
39%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are high relative to local income levels.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues but not ideal for serious medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine most of the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
34%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk is significant during season (June-November).
🏞️ Green Spaces
57%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces but excellent natural surroundings nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
89%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
12%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
43%
Weight: 10
Noise can be an issue in tourist areas and nightlife districts.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is moderate with bars and some clubs, mostly tourist-focused.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, water sports, and marine life.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Limited need or opportunities for language learning as English is dominant.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including snorkeling, island hopping, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
41%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options beyond casinos and some museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Strong seafood focus with Caribbean flavors; limited diversity.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and boutique.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
56%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but many restaurants focus on fried or heavy foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
33%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
36%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
24%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
61%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available but limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Good international connections, especially to US and Caribbean.
🚇 Public Transit
28%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Downtown Nassau is walkable but suburbs require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
31%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
44%
Weight: 15
Ferry services to nearby islands available but limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Generally stable but occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No income tax, capital gains tax, or corporate tax for residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
83%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some limitations on media.
🏛️ Political Stability
76%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate process with some paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
19%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Nassau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
56%
Weight: 100
Moderate crime rates; tourists advised to take precautions.
♀️ Female Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but standard travel caution advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
74%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with relatively good racial tolerance.