Guayaquil, Ecuador 🇪🇨
#1567
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside the city center, with options for furnished apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at low prices; eating out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap, including buses and taxis; ride-sharing apps are also affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
74%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger Latin American cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with many local gyms offering monthly plans.
💱 Currency Stability
92%
Weight: 30
Ecuador uses the US dollar, providing high currency stability and ease of transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber is available but not widespread; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces, mostly concentrated in central areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong established culture yet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Guayaquil is less popular among digital nomads compared to Quito or Cuenca.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance, though work infrastructure can be inconsistent.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air and water pollution are concerns; industrial activity affects environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
47%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
56%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist and business sectors.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels can be high due to traffic and industrial emissions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
61%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare is decent and affordable; public healthcare is variable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to North America and Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is generally good in private clinics; emergency services are available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity but mostly pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
53%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; some parks available but not abundant.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly warm and humid year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, music, and history reflecting Ecuadorian heritage.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars and clubs, though less vibrant than larger Latin American cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Proximity to coastal areas and nearby natural reserves offers outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
64%
Weight: 10
Several Spanish language schools and informal opportunities to practice.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours available locally.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and malls available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Ecuadorian dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
57%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; growing interest but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available, mostly basic facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
86%
Weight: 20
Ecuador is in GMT-5, convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
37%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
39%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and not very active.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services are improving but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
51%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains low among general population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport offers regional flights and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
63%
Weight: 20
Bus system is extensive but can be crowded and less reliable.
🚶 Walkability
58%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate reliably and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
44%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic can be challenging for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect Guayaquil with other Ecuadorian cities; flights available.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
38%
Weight: 10
Few scooter or bike rental services; not common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
77%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; 90-day stay allowed with option to extend.
📊 Tax Friendliness
62%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally respected, though some political tensions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
59%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and protests occur but overall stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to other cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
36%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Guayaquil.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
49%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime is common, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution, especially at night; some areas safer than others.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population, though some discrimination exists.