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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, with affordable local goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and availability can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and local taxis are inexpensive, though infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local cultural events and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
43%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership costs are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Haitian gourde experiences volatility; inflation and currency fluctuations are common.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or private accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Jacmel is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and cultural activities supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Natural beauty is high but urban areas suffer from pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
Street cleanliness is inconsistent; waste disposal infrastructure is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
French and Haitian Creole are dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; some pollution from vehicles and open burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and healthcare; not ideal for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; advanced medical care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services; emergency care is minimal.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
25%
Weight: 10
High risk of hurricanes, earthquakes, and flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by natural beauty and beaches, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels from traffic and street activity, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant arts, music, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, mountains, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn French and Haitian Creole exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, art workshops, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are widely available; processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time zone aligns well with North American and some European working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance infrastructure or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; mobile payment services exist but are not widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Jacmel has a small airport with limited flights; major international travel requires Port-au-Prince.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
Public transit is informal and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central Jacmel is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No formal ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but lacks dedicated lanes and safety measures.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and taxi services for intercity travel; roads can be poor.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in urban areas but patchy in rural surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but can be slow due to internet quality.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
25%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unstable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex bureaucracy.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech exists but political instability can affect expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political unrest and instability pose risks.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking processes are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Jacmel digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to crime and political unrest; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Moderate challenges for female travelers; cultural norms require awareness.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with a strong cultural identity.