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San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica 🇨🇷
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to San José, with lower prices on food and services but slightly higher than rural areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited supply of modern apartments can push prices up.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at good prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public buses are cheap and reliable; taxis and ride-shares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; prices are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Local gyms are affordable but facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Costa Rican colón is relatively stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; some areas have fiber but coverage is patchy.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; atmosphere can be noisy.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hub; mostly locals and some expats.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on family and nature; good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by lush nature, clean air, and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, though some waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to rural setting and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and safe environment; limited entertainment for kids.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Good public and private healthcare facilities, though specialized care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to North America and Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable basic healthcare with some limitations in advanced treatments locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, forests, and natural reserves nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Limited AC in many homes and businesses; fans are common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; mostly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than urban centers but some street noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and festivals; friendly community.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, waterfalls, and national parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish schools available but limited variety.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for eco-tours, coffee farm visits, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly local community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
52%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered in community centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
GMT-6, convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Few local freelancers; community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; mostly small local businesses.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services available but not widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Slow adoption; some interest but limited infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, about 2.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus services within town and to nearby cities.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Uber operates but coverage is limited compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Frequent bus connections to San José and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options; mostly motorbike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity with occasional outages during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited; mostly available in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; 90-day stay without visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
No tax on foreign income but local taxes apply; complex regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
83%
Weight: 20
Stable democracy with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Lengthy process for foreigners; requires local residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process can take several weeks.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
75%
Weight: 35
Costa Rica offers a digital nomad visa with clear requirements.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly but lacks infrastructure compared to bigger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups focused on San Isidro de El General.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture but some caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.