💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Lower than major Spanish cities like Madrid or Barcelona, offering affordable daily expenses for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, cheaper than mainland Spain's big cities but higher than rural areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive; local buses connect well within the city and to nearby areas.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local bars and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several local fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
92%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility, providing financial security.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 100 Mbps; fiber is accessible in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces within Telde itself; more options available in nearby Las Palmas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
62%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; most are traditional local spots.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Telde is not a well-known digital nomad hub compared to Las Palmas or Tenerife.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure, typical of Canary Islands.
🌳 Environmental Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and proximity to natural landscapes.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, maintained well by local authorities.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is less commonly spoken outside tourist areas, which may pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and limited heavy industry.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare facilities in Telde and nearby Las Palmas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are reasonably priced.
🏥 Healthcare
82%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with good standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Mild, subtropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and low rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
74%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional volcanic activity in the Canary Islands but minimal impact on Telde.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
73%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; climate is stable and warm year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Canarian culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest; more vibrant scenes are found in Las Palmas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks, ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Spanish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good access to cultural tours, local markets, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and small cultural centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and Canarian specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios exist but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+0/GMT+1 time zone is convenient for European and some African markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events specifically for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; most remote jobs come from outside Spain.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; more developed in larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces, with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Telde; more vibrant in Las Palmas.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local infrastructure or communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
87%
Weight: 30
Close to Gran Canaria Airport with many international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus services connect Telde with other parts of Gran Canaria.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in central areas; suburban zones less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than in major cities.
🚲 Cycling
58%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but terrain can be hilly and challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other towns and cities on Gran Canaria.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available mainly for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; moderate ease for EU and some non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Spain has moderate tax rates; Canary Islands offer some tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as part of Spain and EU.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment within Spain and the Canary Islands.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
68%
Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward for EU citizens; more paperwork for others.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; processes are improving but still require patience.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Spain as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but overshadowed by larger Canary Islands cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized digital nomad events in Telde itself.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; diverse population but occasional cultural misunderstandings.