Negril, Jamaica 🇯🇲
#1104
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities; local markets and street food help keep costs down.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Accommodation varies; beachfront and tourist areas are pricier, but inland options are more affordable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local produce and groceries are reasonably priced; imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local taxis are inexpensive; limited options for long-distance travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited outside tourist hotspots.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
Jamaican Dollar experiences moderate fluctuations; USD widely accepted which helps stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; some areas have inconsistent connectivity and occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub; some presence but still emerging.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with ample opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good natural environment with beaches and greenery; some areas affected by tourism waste.
🧼 Cleanliness
51%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; tourist zones are cleaner, but some public areas suffer from litter.
🗨️ Language Barrier
87%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most international nomads.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
53%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious conditions, travel to larger cities or abroad is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities; adequate for minor issues but not specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional rain mostly in summer months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during June-November; some vulnerability to flooding and storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and beaches; limited urban parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
64%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and tourist areas; less prevalent in local housing.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich Jamaican culture with music, food, and festivals widely accessible.
🌃 Nightlife
67%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife focused on bars and beach parties; quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, coral reefs, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mainly English spoken, so less demand for language learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours available for tourists and nomads.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Vibrant local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Jamaican dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
49%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Eastern Standard Time (EST) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
33%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; small expat and nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; infrastructure for freelancers is minimal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still nascent and small scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains low and infrastructure limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) about 1.5 hours away; decent international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
34%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transit; mostly minibusses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable within small town areas but limited sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
27%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps like Uber; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
36%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
43%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services available but can be unreliable and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
51%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available mainly for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in populated areas; rural spots less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well; no major restrictions on internet use.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
56%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages and fluctuations; backup power often needed.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
No special tax incentives for digital nomads; standard Jamaican tax laws apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some social sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
61%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and crime issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but infrastructure and community are limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Negril.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
54%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime exists especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
57%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain areas and at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
73%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population; some social challenges remain.