Antofagasta, Chile 🇨🇱
Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other Chilean cities, but higher than many Latin American countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for a coastal city, but can be high for prime locations.
🍎 Food & Groceries
62%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are fair, but dining out can be pricier than expected.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, with buses being the main mode of transport.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
58%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be on the pricier side for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with various options available.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Chilean peso has shown relative stability, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds are available, especially in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but growing in popularity.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though the quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
57%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known hub for digital nomads, but interest is slowly increasing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
62%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Coastal location provides good air quality, but urban pollution exists.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies, with some areas well-maintained and others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Spanish is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though industrial areas can be affected.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, with both public and private options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable compared to many developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
74%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare options available, both private and public.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Mild and sunny weather year-round, making it pleasant for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active region, with earthquake risks present.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in the city, but some parks are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in homes and offices, especially during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly mild temperatures year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Cultural scene is developing, with local festivals and events.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, with a few bars and clubs, but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and mountains offers great outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools, but opportunities for informal learning exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, focusing on natural attractions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on shopping.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a focus on seafood and local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not a major focus in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Various fitness facilities available, though not as many as larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for North American and some European remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities exist, but not a major hub.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is not widely established; limited resources for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; some are well-equipped, others less so.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still in early stages compared to larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are available, but not as advanced as in other regions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Airport connectivity is decent, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available and affordable, primarily through buses.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available but not as popular.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Intercity travel options exist, primarily by bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power grid is generally reliable, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and not widely available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options exist for longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, with some benefits for foreign residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is generally respected, though some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Political stability is moderate, with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available; options are limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Not particularly nomad-friendly, but some amenities exist.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally female-friendly, with a growing awareness of women's rights.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance, but some issues exist in certain areas.