Roseau, Dominica 🇩🇲
#1153
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to many Caribbean destinations, though imported goods can increase expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited supply in Roseau can drive costs up slightly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries tend to be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis are affordable for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
54%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, with moderate pricing.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, memberships are moderately priced but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD) is pegged to the USD, providing good stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still below global averages; occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities to enjoy nature and downtime.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with lush greenery and clean air.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
87%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant vegetation.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
52%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; serious cases require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; lacks specialized medical facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in a hurricane-prone region; risk is moderate to high during season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, forests, and coastal areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and some accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential and natural areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Creole culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent for hiking, diving, and exploring natural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mostly English spoken.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of eco-tours, cultural experiences, and adventure activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and community events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful but limited variety; some international options available.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered sporadically.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor exercise is more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 timezone is convenient for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity and ecosystem development.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Roseau has a small international airport with limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; minibuses and taxis are primary modes.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Roseau is compact and walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operate in Dominica.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity transport; mostly private taxis or car rentals.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas; rural coverage can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable; occasional connectivity issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No capital gains or inheritance tax; income tax applies but rates are moderate.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Democratic country with good freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease; process can be slow but straightforward.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Dominica.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, though petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
82%
Weight: 50
Diverse and tolerant society with a history of multiculturalism.