Les Cayes, Haiti 🇭🇹
#1014
18.194442, -73.75116
Nomad Score:
45%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Overall low cost of living compared to many other countries, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options are available, though quality can vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce and street food is very affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but local taxis and moto-taxis are relatively cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with some activities being costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist can be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
35%
Weight: 30
Haitian Gourde is subject to high inflation and instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer resources.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life can contribute to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Some areas are clean, but pollution and waste management are issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; urban areas may struggle with waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
French and Haitian Creole are predominant; English speakers are rare.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor in urban areas due to pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack resources.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but quality may be lacking.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but may not meet all needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
30%
Weight: 10
Haiti is prone to hurricanes and earthquakes, posing significant risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green spaces available in urban areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in some accommodations but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and humid throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music and art scenes.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and small venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural landscapes and beaches, great for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, especially for English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but dining options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; options are scarce.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for North American remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces, and those that exist lack quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available; cash is often preferred.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Airport connectivity is limited but functional for regional travel.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and often unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but not widely practiced due to road conditions.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; mostly by bus or private transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work, but speed can be an issue.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting reliability.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and can be burdensome for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech exists but is often limited by political climate.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political instability is a concern, affecting safety and security.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be complicated for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Business registration is bureaucratic and often challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist, particularly in urban areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be challenging for women, but experiences vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences can vary based on context.