💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major Mexican cities; cheaper than tourist hotspots like Cancun but more expensive than inland towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can spike during peak tourist seasons; options range from budget apartments to mid-range condos.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods and dining in tourist areas are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but very cheap; taxis and colectivos are affordable for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
67%
Weight: 15
Tourist activities like diving and excursions can be costly; local entertainment options are more budget-friendly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with monthly fees lower than in major cities; some outdoor fitness options also popular.
💱 Currency Stability
74%
Weight: 30
Mexican Peso is relatively stable with moderate fluctuations; no major currency crises expected in near term.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
69%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-50 Mbps; fiber-optic available in some areas but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces on the island; mostly small, local setups rather than large professional hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though connection quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall limited options compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hotspot yet; more popular for tourism and diving enthusiasts.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance with plenty of leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality; some concerns about waste management due to tourism.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean but can be affected by tourist influx and limited municipal resources.
🗨️ Language Barrier
52%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
61%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; for specialized care, travel to mainland cities is often required.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to US/Europe; private clinics more expensive but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist services on the island.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from June to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk during season; flooding and storms can disrupt life and infrastructure.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Natural parks and beaches provide ample green and blue spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
76%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas can be noisy, especially during high season; quieter residential zones available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich Mayan heritage and Mexican culture; vibrant local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife mostly centered around tourist areas; quieter compared to mainland cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent for snorkeling, diving, beaches, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
84%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of tours including diving, snorkeling, Mayan ruins, and eco-tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
43%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small cultural venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good mix of local Mexican cuisine and international options catering to tourists.
🧠 Yoga Studios
57%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; more common in tourist resorts.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options; no large fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce widely available; organic and health-focused stores limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
89%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone aligns well with US and Canadian business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work comes from outside clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; no established hubs or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Cash widely used; credit cards accepted in tourist areas; mobile payments growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local infrastructure and acceptance.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Cozumel International Airport offers flights mainly to Mexico and US; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and colectivos.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in downtown and tourist areas; less so in residential zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
28%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps like Uber; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike rentals available; limited dedicated cycling infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
43%
Weight: 15
Ferry connections to mainland; limited bus or train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
71%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals common for tourists and locals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage island-wide; 5G limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during storms; generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in tourist areas but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; 180-day stay possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Mexico has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
73%
Weight: 15
Generally respected; some concerns about press freedom nationally.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable local governance; some national-level political challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Requires local residency or extended stay; paperwork can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
53%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups or forums focused on Cozumel digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare in tourist zones.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for female travelers with usual precautions; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some occasional issues but mostly welcoming to foreigners.