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Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis 🇰🇳
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities; imported goods can raise prices but local markets help balance costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but limited supply can increase costs, especially for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable; imported groceries and dining out can be pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive; limited options but short distances keep costs low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
59%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited; local events and beach activities are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and can be pricier compared to mainland cities.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the US dollar, providing currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; reliable but not high-speed fiber; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small shared offices or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain local SIM cards with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water; natural environment is well-preserved.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
88%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low pollution and ocean breezes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited schooling and healthcare options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; serious cases require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
63%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but insurance is recommended.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; adequate for minor issues but lacks specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and plenty of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; generally manageable with preparedness.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with occasional noise in town centers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with music, festivals, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent outdoor activities including beaches, hiking, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools; English dominant so less demand for language learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mainly small cinemas and bars.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good local Caribbean cuisine; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
47%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; healthy eating possible but depends on location.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time is convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; some limitations on digital payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption but some interest growing.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
One international airport with connections mainly to North America and Caribbean.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; mainly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
58%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but limited sidewalks in some parts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity transport; mainly taxis and minibuses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage island-wide with 4G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many countries; straightforward tourist visa process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
68%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax; favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is straightforward but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
72%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Diverse and tolerant society.