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Utila, Honduras 🇭🇳
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Utila is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and apartments, though options are limited and can fluctuate seasonally.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive food, but imported goods can be pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Minimal transportation costs due to small island size; mostly walking or cheap water taxis.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and diving activities, but limited variety overall.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, prices are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
56%
Weight: 30
Honduran Lempira is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially during peak hours.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
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 lack dedicated workspaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Utila is known among niche diving and budget nomads but not a mainstream hub.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Natural environment is beautiful but some areas suffer from waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
53%
Weight: 10
Island cleanliness varies; some public areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
64%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist areas, but Spanish is dominant elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to island location and low pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
42%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities and activities for families with children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
37%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious medical issues require travel to mainland.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
76%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
41%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable only for minor health needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season impact.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms during season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Island has natural green areas but limited urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
63%
Weight: 15
Many accommodations have AC but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; tropical climate is fairly consistent year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet but some nightlife areas can be noisy at night.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with Caribbean and indigenous influences.
🌃 Nightlife
57%
Weight: 15
Small but lively nightlife focused on bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent for diving, snorkeling, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal Spanish learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of eco-tours, diving trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Basic local and seafood options; few international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
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
73%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time (UTC-6) is convenient for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; community is small and informal.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most rely on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
17%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem present.
💳 Local Payment Services
44%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Small local airport with limited flights; main access via ferry from mainland.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system on the island.
🚶 Walkability
86%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
5%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
69%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular and practical on the island.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
27%
Weight: 15
Limited to boats and small planes; no extensive intercity transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
78%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
62%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent but can be spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some cafes and guesthouses but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
43%
Weight: 30
No special tax incentives for digital nomads; standard Honduran tax rules apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Honduras has some political instability and occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
36%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
32%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can be slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Friendly community but limited infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
23%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
47%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; mostly niche diving and travel groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
45%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist; petty crime is common, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but some cultural caution recommended.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; diverse tourist population helps.