Nassau, Bahamas 🇧🇸
#1071
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Nassau is generally expensive due to import costs and tourism-driven prices, making it one of the pricier Caribbean cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, especially for quality apartments or houses suitable for long stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
25%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly due to reliance on imports and tourist demand.
🚌 Transportation Cost
57%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and car rentals are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options tend to be pricey, reflecting the tourist-oriented economy.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but available in several locations.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
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 with improvements ongoing, but can be inconsistent outside main areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces exist, mostly small and concentrated in tourist/business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
41%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; many lack power outlets or quiet environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Nassau is not a major digital nomad hub but is slowly gaining attention.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and marine environment, though urban areas have some pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public areas, but some parts of the city can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
62%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel abroad is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
36%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively high compared to local income levels.
🏥 Healthcare
48%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; adequate for minor issues but not for complex treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with abundant sunshine most of the year; occasional hurricanes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
32%
Weight: 10
Hurricane season poses a significant risk from June to November.
🏞️ Green Spaces
54%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Widely available and commonly used due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, higher near tourist and nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich Bahamian culture with music, festivals, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, mostly centered around tourist areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, marine activities, and nature excursions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities beyond English; some Creole exposure but not formal learning centers.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours and cultural experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local and international cuisine, but dining out is expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and boutique.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
53%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but limited in number.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, though fresh produce can be costly.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Eastern Time Zone aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
37%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem present.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available but limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Slow adoption; some interest but no significant infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Good international connections, especially to the US and Caribbean.
🚇 Public Transit
29%
Weight: 20
Public transit is minimal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Downtown areas are walkable; suburbs require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
34%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
27%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is poor and roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
41%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; mostly boat or small flights between islands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage across Nassau and nearby areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
58%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is easy; no specific digital nomad visa yet.
📊 Tax Friendliness
84%
Weight: 30
No income tax, making it attractive for remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
79%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; some paperwork and fees involved.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated 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 organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence in digital nomad forums and groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
59%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with good racial tolerance.