Quetzaltenango, 🇬🇹 Guatemala Overview
🇬🇹 Quetzaltenango,
Guatemala
#1627
Nomad Score
6.1
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ABOUT
Quetzaltenango (Xela) is a great pick for digital nomads seeking cooler weather, affordable living, and authentic Guatemalan culture. 🏔️☕ It has a growing expat scene, cozy cafés, and decent coworking options. Internet can vary, but it’s a good base for focused work with a more local, less touristy vibe. 🌍💻
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$2,036/mo
Internet Speed
Data unavailable
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 7.9 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 4.5 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 6.6 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 6.5 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 7.9 |
| ☀️ Weather | 7.3 |
| 🌍 Nomad Friendly | 6.7 |
| ♀️ Female Friendly | 6.0 |
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $32.62 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $19.57 per month |
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $411.06 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $137.02 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $2.87 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $2.35 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $5.87 per meal |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $49.59 per month |
VISITS (LAST 30 DAYS)
OTHER CITIES IN GUATEMALA 🇬🇹
| # | City | Cost/mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antigua | $2,447/mo | 6.7 | Compare |
| 2 | Lake Atitlán | $2,160/mo | 6.2 | Compare |
| 3 | Xela | $1,997/mo | 6.2 | Compare |
| 4 | San Marcos La Laguna | $2,007/mo | 6.2 | Compare |
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
| # | City | Country | Cost/mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Pedro La Laguna | 🇬🇹 Guatemala | $1,968/mo | 6.1 | Compare |
| 2 | Xela | 🇬🇹 Guatemala | $1,997/mo | 6.2 | Compare |
| 3 | Lake Atitlán | 🇬🇹 Guatemala | $2,160/mo | 6.2 | Compare |
| 4 | San Marcos La Laguna | 🇬🇹 Guatemala | $2,007/mo | 6.2 | Compare |