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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to Western standards, but prices can vary due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and informal options are very cheap, but infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited formal entertainment venues; local cultural events are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, often basic facilities with moderate pricing.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Haitian gourde experiences volatility and inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside central areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in Jacmel.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Jacmel is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities to enjoy local culture and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Natural beauty is high, but some areas suffer from pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure is limited.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
French and Haitian Creole are dominant; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality outside urban centers, but occasional pollution from vehicles and burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly activities but limited infrastructure for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare services; medical emergencies may require travel.
🌿 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
72%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by natural landscapes and beaches; green spaces within town are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many accommodations lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and local events; quieter in residential 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
80%
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
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, art workshops, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful and affordable; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are rare or non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Few fitness centers; mostly informal or basic setups.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are widely available; processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time zone aligns well with North American and some European schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market for remote work is minimal; mostly reliant on external opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; mobile payment options are limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain or cryptocurrencies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Jacmel has a small airport with limited flights; major international travel requires Port-au-Prince.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and tap-taps available but no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable, but infrastructure can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Road travel is primary mode; conditions vary and can be challenging.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent in town but weaker in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet instability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
25%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and unreliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and enforcement inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech exists but political tensions can affect expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Political instability and civil unrest are ongoing concerns.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy is high; documentation requirements can be strict.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but slow and bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Jacmel for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to crime and political unrest; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Women travelers should exercise caution; cultural norms and safety issues exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with strong community bonds.