💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to mainland Spain, with lower prices on groceries and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, cheaper than major Spanish cities but higher than rural areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, with bus services connecting Telde to other parts of Gran Canaria.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local bars and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several local fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro currency offers strong stability and low inflation risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 4G/5G coverage, though speeds can vary in more rural parts.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Telde itself; more options available in Las Palmas nearby.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; more options in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Telde is less popular among digital nomads compared to Las Palmas or Tenerife.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good access to nature and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with coastal air and limited industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
76%
Weight: 10
Public areas and streets are generally well maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited locally.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to ocean breezes and low traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good amenities and safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
Access to quality public and private healthcare facilities on the island.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are moderately priced.
🏥 Healthcare
82%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available within reasonable distance.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Mild, warm climate year-round with plenty of sunshine and minimal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
87%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional minor seismic activity but no major threats.
🏞️ Green Spaces
69%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have air conditioning, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; climate is consistently mild and warm.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low to moderate noise levels, quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Canarian culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, with more vibrant scenes in nearby Las Palmas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, hiking trails, and volcanic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, but less tourist-focused than larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; more available in Las Palmas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good local Canarian cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios in Telde; more options in larger urban centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and seafood support healthy eating; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 time zone is convenient for European clients and manageable for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events locally.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Telde; more vibrant in Las Palmas.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Standard European banking and payment services widely available.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
84%
Weight: 30
Close proximity to Gran Canaria Airport with many international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Bus network is functional but limited in frequency.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in town center; suburban areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
58%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps available but less common than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths exist but terrain can be hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
73%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other parts of Gran Canaria and ferry to other islands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage across most of the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but limited.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; relatively straightforward for EU citizens.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
93%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under Spanish law.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment within Spain and the Canary Islands.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
70%
Weight: 15
Moderately easy for residents; non-residents face more paperwork.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Bureaucracy can be slow but manageable with guidance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Spain as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Telde is somewhat nomad-friendly but lacks dedicated infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few digital nomad events or meetups in Telde.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads specifically in Telde.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural diversity.