San Miguel de Allende, Mexico 🇲🇽
Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Affordable compared to many Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals; options vary from budget to upscale.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Inexpensive local markets and street food options; dining out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but taxis and rideshares are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, including local events and cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate prices for gym memberships; options available but not extensive.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Mexican Peso is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
75%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, though not as fast as larger cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes cater to remote workers with good atmospheres and WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
60%
Weight: 100
Growing popularity among digital nomads, but still a niche destination.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
82%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong emphasis on leisure and community.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, though urban areas can be crowded.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Varies by neighborhood; some areas are well-maintained while others are less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish is the primary language; English is spoken in tourist areas but less so elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though pollution can be an issue during certain times.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare available, with many private clinics and hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
A mix of public and private healthcare options available, with varying quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
90%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with plenty of sunny days; ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk; while not prone to hurricanes, earthquakes can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and gardens available for relaxation and outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in larger establishments, but not universally available in all homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily a dry and wet season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with numerous festivals, art galleries, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with bars and music venues, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities available, including hiking and exploring.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Language schools available, though not as many as in larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Rich in local experiences, including tours of historical sites and cultural events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
85%
Weight: 25
Vibrant food scene with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to various styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities; some gyms available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, including organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for North American remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities, but growing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local job market; many digital nomads work remotely for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but not as developed as in larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with varying quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene; mostly small businesses and local enterprises.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods accepted, including cash and cards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity; nearest major airport is a few hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; reliance on taxis and rideshares.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Many areas are walkable, especially in the city center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services like Uber are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Buses available for intercity travel, but options can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage in urban areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Relatively easy visa process for tourists and digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; favorable for expatriates in some cases.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Moderate political stability; some concerns exist but not overly disruptive.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible to open a bank account, but requirements can be cumbersome.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; standard tourist visas apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing community but still developing in terms of infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Emerging online communities, but not as established as in larger hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but caution is advised in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, though cultural norms vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences may vary based on location.