Nassau, Bahamas 🇧🇸
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Nassau is relatively expensive compared to many digital nomad destinations due to import costs and tourism-driven prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is pricey, especially in central areas and near the beach, with limited budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly due to import reliance, though local markets offer some affordable produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is limited but inexpensive; taxis are common but can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderate in price, with many tourist-focused activities costing more.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are moderately priced, reflecting the local market.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
The Bahamian dollar is pegged to the US dollar, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent in urban areas but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
38%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist, mostly small and limited in amenities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connectivity quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes cater specifically to digital nomads with good work environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
29%
Weight: 100
Nassau is not a major hub for digital nomads, with few established communities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and ocean environment, though urban areas have some pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, especially in tourist zones, but some areas show waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
95%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Good air quality overall, with occasional dust or vehicle emissions in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
52%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but limited specialized care; medical tourism is uncommon.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
40%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; limited public healthcare options.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues but lacks advanced facilities and specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine most of the year; occasional hurricanes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
35%
Weight: 10
Hurricane season poses a significant risk from June to November.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Limited urban green spaces but abundant natural coastal areas and parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains warm year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and history accessible to visitors.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife focused on bars and casinos; less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, snorkeling, boating, and marine activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities as English is dominant; few language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours catering to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options beyond casinos and some museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local seafood and international cuisine, though pricey.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and boutique.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but fresh produce can be expensive.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the Bahamas.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
37%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with few incubators or accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited regulatory clarity and adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Well-connected international airport with direct flights to US and Caribbean.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable in downtown areas but limited sidewalks and infrastructure elsewhere.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Ferry services to nearby islands; limited intercity transport on New Providence.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
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 less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Generally stable but occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many countries; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
85%
Weight: 30
No income tax, capital gains tax, or corporate tax for most residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some media limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable parliamentary democracy with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking requires documentation and can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa program as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Nassau; limited forums or groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime exists, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain areas at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with diverse population and cultural acceptance.