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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Lima offers a relatively low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with good options for apartments and shared housing in popular neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are inexpensive, while imported goods can be pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and ride-sharing services are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, including cinemas, bars, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with many mid-range fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
64%
Weight: 30
The Peruvian Sol is relatively stable but can be affected by regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 50-70 Mbps in urban areas; reliable but can vary by neighborhood.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist in Lima, especially in Miraflores and San Isidro districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Lima is emerging as a digital nomad destination but is less popular than other Latin American cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans for tourists.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed lifestyle and plenty of leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
53%
Weight: 15
Air pollution and urban congestion affect environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and expat areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
49%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially during dry seasons and in dense urban zones.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
62%
Weight: 25
Family-friendly amenities exist but city is more suited to singles and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare facilities are good quality; public healthcare is more variable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally affordable, especially private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure with access to specialists in private sector.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Mild desert climate with little rain, moderate temperatures year-round but can be humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
61%
Weight: 10
Several parks and coastal green areas, but limited compared to city size.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and coworking spaces, less so in older residential buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to desert climate; mostly stable weather year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
47%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in busy districts due to traffic and nightlife.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
76%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, especially in Miraflores.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
64%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within city; coastal and desert landscapes nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Many Spanish language schools and informal learning opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural tours, culinary experiences, and nearby historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and shopping centers provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
91%
Weight: 25
World-renowned gastronomy with diverse local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, mostly in expat-friendly neighborhoods.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers across the city.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused restaurants and markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
GMT-5 time zone aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Moderate opportunities through coworking spaces and expat communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads work for foreign clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing infrastructure and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities, though not as abundant as bigger hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
63%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local fintech are growing but cash remains common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; regulatory environment is cautious but evolving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Jorge Chávez International Airport offers good connectivity to the Americas and Europe.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Bus system is extensive but can be confusing and crowded; metro is limited.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Certain neighborhoods like Miraflores are walkable; others less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber, Beat, and other ride-sharing apps are widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some bike lanes but not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections and domestic flights to other Peruvian destinations.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals compared to other cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
77%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout is in early stages.
🔒 VPN Reliability
83%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
79%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages in urban areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often slow and insecure.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; stays up to 183 days allowed for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
56%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political tensions but no major restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
53%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and protests occur periodically, affecting stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is improving but still involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but lacks formal nomad programs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
59%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events, mostly informal and organized via social media.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
64%
Weight: 20
Active but small digital nomad online communities focused on Lima.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
57%
Weight: 100
Safety varies by neighborhood; petty crime is common, but violent crime less so in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; some areas require caution especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social prejudices persist.