Utila, Honduras 🇭🇳
#764
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Utila is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and apartments, though options are limited and can fluctuate with tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive food; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Minimal transportation costs due to small island size; mostly walking or cheap golf carts.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and diving activities, but limited variety overall.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Honduran Lempira has moderate volatility; US dollar widely accepted which helps stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
61%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but seating and power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Utila is known among niche diving and budget travelers but less popular for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easy to purchase with good prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and marine environment, though some waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Basic cleanliness maintained but infrastructure limitations affect overall tidiness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
64%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken in tourist areas; Spanish knowledge helpful but not mandatory.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to island location and low pollution sources.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
44%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
39%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require evacuation to mainland or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable only for minor health issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
43%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; occasional flooding and storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Natural greenery and marine parks available; limited urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have AC but not universal; can be inconsistent.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
27%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
69%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet island but some noise near nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Garifuna influences and island traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Small but lively nightlife focused on bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent for diving, snorkeling, hiking, and marine exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
42%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal Spanish practice possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good range of tours focused on marine life, fishing, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
36%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Basic local and seafood options; few international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some classes offered sporadically.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits available; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time (UTC-6) aligns well with North American working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Small digital nomad community limits networking possibilities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; mostly individual efforts.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
21%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
54%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; some card acceptance; mobile payments limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
37%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest among tourists but limited infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
49%
Weight: 30
Small local airport with limited flights; main access via ferry from mainland.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; golf carts and walking are primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes most areas walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
12%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
34%
Weight: 15
Limited to ferry and small flights; no extensive intercity transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
63%
Weight: 20
Coverage good in populated areas but spotty in remote parts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well despite some internet limitations.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages and fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and accommodations but inconsistent.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
No special digital nomad tax incentives; standard Honduran tax rules apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
67%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Honduras has some political unrest; Utila is relatively calm but caution advised.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
38%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local documentation and can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
54%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and relaxed vibe but limited infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
29%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; mostly niche diving and travel groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas but petty crime and caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
53%
Weight: 50
Moderate; some safety concerns but many female travelers visit without issues.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant community with diverse cultural influences.