Iquique, Chile 🇨🇱
Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to larger Chilean cities, but still higher than some South American countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can vary significantly depending on the area.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Affordable local markets and restaurants, with a good variety of options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but limited compared to larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available at reasonable prices, though fewer than in bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with a few options available.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
The Chilean peso has shown relative stability, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
70%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, though not as fast as in major urban centers.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though they can get crowded.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, with a small community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent environmental quality, though urban pollution exists.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies by neighborhood, with some areas needing improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Spanish is the primary language, which can be a barrier for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, but can fluctuate with weather patterns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, with both public and private options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
68%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
76%
Weight: 20
Availability of clinics and hospitals with decent facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Mild, sunny climate year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active region, with some risk of earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city, but some parks are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in many buildings, especially in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly mild weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and events.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with bars and clubs, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and mountains offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools, but opportunities to practice with locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, focusing on culture and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on shopping and dining.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a focus on seafood and local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of fitness facilities, with some gyms and studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for working with North America, but less so for Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads, but some events exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still limited compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but not as developed as in other regions.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with some good options available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods available, but some digital services may be lacking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto services in the local economy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Local airport offers decent connectivity, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are available but can be infrequent and limited.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure, making it less bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains available for intercity travel, but options can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals in the city.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage in urban areas, but can be spotty in rural regions.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable, with good speeds.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent, but can occur during extreme weather.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for tourists and digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate, with some benefits for foreign residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Political climate is relatively stable, but protests can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but still developing infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online community presence, with some local groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally female-friendly, but caution is advised in some neighborhoods.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some issues can arise in specific contexts.