💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to North American standards, though imported goods can be pricey.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices vary; beachfront and popular areas are more expensive, but inland options are cheaper.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries and dining out can be moderately costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport but affordable water taxis and local buses; walking common in town.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but reasonably priced; nightlife is modest.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Belize Dollar is pegged to the US Dollar, providing relative currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
57%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; speeds average around 10-20 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with easy access to nature supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings with good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas can have litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
89%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most nomads.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
59%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited schooling and healthcare options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to Belize City or abroad is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities on the island; adequate for minor issues but limited emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; flooding and storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and nearby jungle.
❄️ Air Conditioning
72%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with occasional noise from nightlife and boats.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich mix of Caribbean, Mayan, and Creole cultures.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, reefs, and jungle adventures.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; English is dominant.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
81%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours including snorkeling, diving, and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good local seafood and Caribbean cuisine; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
42%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; mostly small and informal.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood available; processed food less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone (UTC-6), convenient for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
33%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; community is small.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; quality varies and often basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
21%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash is common; some digital payment options but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
37%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but infrastructure and acceptance limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
San Pedro has a small airport with regional flights; international travel requires Belize City.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; water taxis and buses cover main routes.
🚶 Walkability
77%
Weight: 20
San Pedro is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis and water taxis are primary transport.
🚲 Cycling
64%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common and practical on the island.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
43%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mainly boats and small planes.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
78%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals widely available and popular.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
69%
Weight: 20
Good coverage on the island; some dead zones in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
71%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
52%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
76%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; stays up to 30 days easily extendable.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
No capital gains tax; moderate income tax rates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
41%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; some paperwork and time required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but limited infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
27%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
44%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Fairly safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Diverse society with good racial tolerance.