Santiago de Veraguas, Panama 🇵🇦
#1571
8.098986, -80.980397
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable compared to many Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices, with options ranging from budget to mid-range, but higher in popular areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices, while dining out can be quite affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, but limited in coverage; taxis and rideshares can add up.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable options for entertainment, but fewer high-end venues compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, but quality and availability can vary.
💱 Currency Stability
80%
Weight: 30
The Panamanian Balboa is stable, pegged to the US dollar, providing a reliable currency environment.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
75%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, especially in urban areas, though rural areas may lag.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but some options are emerging.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but the quality can vary; some are more conducive to working than others.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to remote workers, but options are not as abundant as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still an emerging destination for digital nomads, with a small but growing community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a laid-back lifestyle and emphasis on leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some pollution in urban areas but access to nature nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies widely; urban areas can be littered, while rural areas are generally cleaner.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Spanish is the primary language; English speakers are limited, which can pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, but urban pollution can affect it during peak times.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are decent, especially in urban areas, with many private options available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to many Western countries, making it accessible.
🏥 Healthcare
72%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities, especially in the capital; rural healthcare is less reliable.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though it can be humid and rainy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, including hurricanes and flooding, particularly in certain seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas available, but urban development has reduced overall green space.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Commonly used in urban areas; many accommodations and public spaces are air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily tropical with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals, but less diverse than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options exist but are limited compared to larger urban centers; mostly local bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes, including beaches and mountains, ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning through local interactions is more common.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, but fewer options compared to more tourist-heavy destinations.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on local culture and history.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh ingredients, but fewer international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but quality and variety can be limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, especially in local markets, but less variety overall.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for North America, making it easier for remote work with US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads; growing but still small community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities exist, but not as many as in larger tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; some are good, but overall options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene; few resources and support for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but reliance on cash is still common in some areas.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto; few businesses accept it.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Decent connectivity with international flights, but fewer options than larger cities.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but can be unreliable and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban sprawl can make walking less practical.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; cycling can be challenging in urban areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via bus, but less frequent than in larger countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Generally good mobile network coverage in urban areas, but can be spotty in rural regions.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services are reliable, allowing for secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur but are generally infrequent in urban areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread or consistently reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for tourists and digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax environment; some incentives for foreign investors, but overall complexity exists.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment, though occasional protests can occur.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options are limited to standard tourist visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks the infrastructure of more established nomad cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads; growing but still small.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur; caution is advised in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, but caution is advised in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but experiences may vary by region.