Hopkins, Belize 🇧🇿
#1034
16.863632, -88.284935
Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many Western countries, but prices can vary in tourist areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget hostels to mid-range apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis and shuttles can add up, but walking is common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options, but tourist attractions can be more expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Limited gym options, with memberships being moderately priced.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
The Belize dollar is stable but can be affected by tourism fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Variable internet speeds; some areas have decent connections, while others struggle.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces available, mostly in tourist hotspots.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
62%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Laid-back lifestyle promotes a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings and relatively low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some parts are well-maintained, while others are less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most nomads.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, especially in less urbanized areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but advanced care may require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable, but quality can vary.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare facilities, but limited specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with plenty of sunshine year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane season poses a risk, particularly from June to November.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and some public spaces, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; primarily warm and humid.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on bars and local music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural beauty with beaches, jungles, and marine life.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for learning Spanish or Creole.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Various tours available for exploring local culture and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a focus on local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, primarily in tourist areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, mostly basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, especially in tourist areas.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time is convenient for North American connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Few local companies hiring remotely; mostly reliant on online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities; mostly reliant on international clients.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; mostly small local businesses.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; reliance on taxis and shuttles.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Walkable in certain areas, especially along the beach.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses available for intercity travel, but schedules can be irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, primarily for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Decent coverage in urban areas, but can be spotty in rural regions.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are usually brief.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Relatively easy visa process for tourists and longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; friendly for foreign investments.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, but some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable, but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic, but possible for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; some regulations can be cumbersome.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Growing interest, but still developing infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, but caution is advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with a generally tolerant attitude.