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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major US cities; local markets and eateries offer good value.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices vary; affordable outside tourist hotspots but can be pricey in popular areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Fresh local produce and street food are inexpensive; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public buses and taxis are cheap; ride-sharing apps are available and affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
79%
Weight: 15
Wide range of affordable entertainment options including beaches, bars, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced, with many offering monthly memberships under $30 USD.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
Mexican Peso is relatively stable but subject to moderate fluctuations against USD.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
75%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps; fiber available in many areas but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
84%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
76%
Weight: 100
Growing community of digital nomads attracted by lifestyle and cost.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Generally good, but some areas experience pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas are clean; some local neighborhoods less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English commonly spoken in tourist and expat areas.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally good coastal air quality, occasional pollution spikes during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
67%
Weight: 25
Good for families with access to schools and family activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
73%
Weight: 20
Good private healthcare facilities available; public healthcare is basic.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to US standards.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with many English-speaking doctors.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with dry winters and hot summers; occasional rain in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of hurricanes and tropical storms during season (June-November).
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and beach areas; limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas can be noisy, especially at night; quieter neighborhoods available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich Mexican culture with festivals, art, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
79%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Beaches, mountains, and nature reserves offer diverse outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
71%
Weight: 10
Many Spanish schools and informal language exchange meetups.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant tours including boat trips, jungle excursions, and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Mexican cuisine with many international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
74%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are available but not abundant.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and health-conscious eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
82%
Weight: 20
Central Time Zone aligns well with US and Canadian business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community with some networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with good amenities but limited high-end options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
53%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but still small compared to major hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Cash is common; card payments widely accepted; mobile payments growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
International airport with direct flights to US and Canada; limited European connections.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit; mostly buses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central and tourist areas; less so in suburbs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
76%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some bike rentals available.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available mainly in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
79%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage citywide; 5G expanding but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
72%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many countries; easy extensions available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58%
Weight: 30
Tax regulations can be complex; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
74%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some concerns over media and political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable overall but occasional local unrest and crime issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
59%
Weight: 15
Requires paperwork and local address; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
73%
Weight: 50
Friendly environment with growing infrastructure for remote workers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
64%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not very frequent or large scale.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
71%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for digital nomads in Puerto Vallarta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
63%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist areas; caution advised in some neighborhoods.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers; standard precautions recommended.
✊ Racial Tolerance
68%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural differences but generally welcoming.