Huancayo, Peru 🇵🇪
Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to larger cities, with low prices for local goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, but options can be limited in the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Inexpensive local markets and street food options make dining affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, but options may be limited outside the main routes.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options, but fewer international events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate pricing for gyms, but fewer high-quality facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
50%
Weight: 30
The Peruvian Sol has seen fluctuations, but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, mostly catering to local entrepreneurs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but quality can vary significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to remote workers, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
72%
Weight: 30
A slower pace of life allows for a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, but urban pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained while others are not.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency among locals can pose challenges for non-Spanish speakers.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, but can deteriorate during certain seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are adequate, but quality can vary widely.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
63%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible, but specialized services may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with sunny days, though rainy season can be a drawback.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes, but generally safe from major disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas, but some exist within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in many homes and businesses.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly mild throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily local bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools, but opportunities to practice with locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but fewer than in larger tourist areas.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly local attractions.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with a mix of local and regional cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, but some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but not many high-end options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, but still limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for North American remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of existing coworking spaces is variable.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; primarily domestic connections.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit system, but can be unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City is relatively walkable, especially in the center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not well-maintained.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses available for intercity travel, but can be slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing international content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for tourists.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, but can be complex for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be volatile, but generally stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be complicated for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes can be bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can be an issue in some areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate levels of racial tolerance, but some issues exist.