Cali, Colombia 🇨🇴
#222
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Cali offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are generally affordable, especially outside the most upscale neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide inexpensive and fresh options; groceries are affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and ride-sharing are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, with many cultural events and nightlife venues at low prices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
74%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but vary by facility quality.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
The Colombian Peso has moderate volatility; inflation is controlled but can fluctuate due to economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds are decent in urban areas but can be inconsistent; fiber is available in some neighborhoods.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Colombian cities like Bogotá or Medellín.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and decent internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Cali is less popular than Medellín or Bogotá among digital nomads but is gaining attention.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Cali’s relaxed lifestyle and cultural vibrancy support a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be moderate; urban green spaces exist but are limited.
🧼 Cleanliness
57%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies by neighborhood; some areas are well-maintained while others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist and expat circles.
💨 Air Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate, with occasional pollution spikes due to traffic and industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are generally good in Cali, with several reputable hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is reliable for routine and emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and moderate rainfall; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding and landslides possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist but are limited compared to other cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
73%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate means consistent weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with music, dance (salsa), festivals, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
77%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with many bars, clubs, and salsa venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural attractions like mountains and rivers, but urban setting limits immediate nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
61%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Spanish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, salsa lessons, and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
64%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and shopping centers provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many affordable dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Limited but growing number of yoga studios and wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are available but not as abundant as in larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Colombia’s time zone (GMT-5) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Some networking events exist but less frequent than in bigger hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
49%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
63%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer decent amenities but fewer premium options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
52%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but smaller compared to Bogotá or Medellín.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking apps are available but less integrated than in developed markets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; some local exchanges and communities active.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
64%
Weight: 30
Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport offers regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Bus system is extensive but can be crowded and less reliable.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate widely and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
48%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and safety concerns reduce cycling popularity.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections and some domestic flights available.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout is limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
76%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; 90-day stay extendable; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; foreign income taxation depends on residency status.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
72%
Weight: 15
Generally respected, though some political tensions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Stable compared to past decades but occasional protests and unrest occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
61%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
57%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and time-consuming but improving.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure for digital nomads but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
53%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large-scale regular events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence in nomad forums and social media.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Safety varies widely by neighborhood; common urban crime issues exist.
♀️ Female Friendly
54%
Weight: 50
Women can travel safely with precautions; some areas less safe at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
62%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some social inequalities and prejudices persist.