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About Nanaimo

Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island, is a chill coastal city great for digital nomads 🌊💻. It offers scenic waterfronts, a lower-key pace than Vancouver, and decent cafés, coworking spots, and reliable internet. Outdoor lovers will enjoy hiking, kayaking, and island life after work. A solid choice if you want nature, affordability, and a relaxed vibe 🌲☕

Through the year

Best in July (63) · now 29
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 192 mm Feb: 104 mm Mar: 116 mm Apr: 96 mm May: 60 mm Jun: 56 mm Jul: 20 mm Aug: 31 mm Sep: 85 mm Oct: 154 mm Nov: 215 mm Dec: 226 mm Jan: 6°C / 2°C Feb: 6°C / 1°C Mar: 9°C / 3°C Apr: 12°C / 5°C May: 16°C / 9°C Jun: 20°C / 12°C Jul: 24°C / 15°C Aug: 24°C / 16°C Sep: 19°C / 12°C Oct: 14°C / 8°C Nov: 9°C / 4°C Dec: 6°C / 2°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 4.5
Safety 7.5
Digital Nomad Popularity 3.2
Internet Speed 7.9
Weather 7.3
Accommodation Cost 3.8
Nomad Friendly 4.9
Female Friendly 8.1
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Nanaimo
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $1,567.24 per month
Coworking Space $236.91 per month
Coffee $4.19 per cup
Beer $6.20 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $16.04 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $54.67 per month
Mobile Plan $47.38 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $67.06 per month

Other cities in Canada

Other cities in Canada
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Toronto $3,573 6.9 Compare
2 Montreal $2,983 6.9 Compare
3 Vancouver $4,230 6.7 Compare
4 Ottawa $4,348 6.5 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Vancouver CA Canada $4,230 6.7 Compare
2 Squamish CA Canada $3,255 6.2 Compare
3 Victoria CA Canada $3,159 6.5 Compare
4 Bellingham US United States No data — Compare

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