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La Fortuna, Costa Rica π¨π·
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Nomad Score:
64%
π° Cost & Affordability
πΈ Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to urban centers; daily expenses are reasonable but higher than rural areas.
π Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are mid-range; options include budget hostels to mid-tier apartments, but limited luxury choices.
π Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at good prices; eating out is affordable with many local eateries.
π Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap; taxis and shuttles are moderately priced but limited in frequency.
ποΈ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are mostly nature-based tours; prices vary but generally affordable.
ποΈ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but options are limited.
π± Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Costa Rican colΓ³n is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
π» Digital Nomad Essentials
π Internet Speed
62%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 15-25 Mbps; some areas have unstable connections.
π₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small setups with basic amenities.
β Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
π»β Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
π Digital Nomad Popularity
47%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
π± Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
π Quality of Life
βοΈ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance due to natural surroundings and relaxed lifestyle.
π³ Environmental Quality
93%
Weight: 15
High environmental quality with lush rainforests and clean air.
π§Ό Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some tourist areas can be littered.
π¨οΈ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
π¨ Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to abundant vegetation and low pollution.
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented activities and schools.
π₯ Healthcare
π₯ Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more complex care requires travel to larger cities.
π Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Affordable healthcare compared to North America and Europe.
π₯ Healthcare
72%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist availability locally.
πΏ Climate & Environment
βοΈ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to November.
πͺοΈ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding during rainy season.
ποΈ Green Spaces
98%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by national parks, rainforests, and natural reserves.
βοΈ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Limited AC availability in accommodations; fans more common.
π Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
π Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside tourist hotspots; peaceful surroundings.
π Culture & Entertainment
π Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with indigenous influences and strong eco-tourism focus.
π Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and occasional live music.
ποΈ Outdoors & Nature
99%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to volcanoes, waterfalls, hot springs, and hiking trails.
π£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools and informal learning opportunities.
π§ Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Wide range of eco-tours, adventure activities, and cultural experiences.
π³ Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment; focus is on outdoor activities.
π Food & Fitness
π½οΈ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local and international cuisine, with emphasis on fresh ingredients.
π§ Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; mostly small and informal.
ποΈ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities preferred.
π₯ Healthy Food Options
80%
Weight: 15
Abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables, and organic options.
πΌ Work Environment
π°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT-6, convenient for North and South American time zones.
π€ Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally.
π» Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few local remote job opportunities; mostly reliant on global remote work.
π Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support infrastructure.
π’ Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; lacks advanced amenities found in larger cities.
π Business & Economy
π Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; focus is on tourism and agriculture.
π³ Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Cash is common; some digital payment options but limited.
π Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; limited local infrastructure or services.
π Transportation
βοΈ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Juan SantamarΓa International Airport, about 3 hours away.
π Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
πΆ Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
π Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps have limited presence; taxis are more common.
π² Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but hilly terrain and road conditions can be challenging.
π Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to major cities; travel times can be long.
π΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
π‘ Connectivity
π± Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in town and tourist areas; rural spots may have weak signal.
π VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with stable internet connections.
β‘ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages during storms.
πΆ Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
βοΈ Legal & Administrative
π Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; 90-day stay allowed for many nationalities.
π Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
π£οΈ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
ποΈ Political Stability
82%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
π¦ Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking requires local residency or significant documentation; can be bureaucratic.
π Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process with some paperwork; not fully digitalized.
πβοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
65%
Weight: 35
Costa Rica offers a digital nomad visa with reasonable requirements.
π Digital Nomad Community
π Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing.
π€ Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; mostly informal gatherings.
ππ₯ Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on Costa Rica nomads.
π‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance
π‘οΈ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is low.
βοΈ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly with some cultural conservatism.
β Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population.