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Piura, Peru 🇵🇪
#199 ,

Nomad Score: 59%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Piura is quite affordable compared to many global cities, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85% Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with options for budget apartments and shared housing suitable for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89% Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer fresh produce and meals at very affordable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90% Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are inexpensive, making local travel very budget-friendly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger Peruvian cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72% Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though fewer premium facilities exist.
💱 Currency Stability
70% Weight: 30
The Peruvian sol is relatively stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
64% Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; sufficient for remote work but occasional interruptions occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52% Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads with power outlets and quiet environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21% Weight: 100
Piura is not a well-known destination among digital nomads, resulting in a small community.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities to enjoy local culture and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65% Weight: 15
Generally good air quality but some urban pollution and dust during dry season.
🧼 Cleanliness
58% Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have litter and infrastructure challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43% Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken, which can be a barrier for some nomads.
💨 Air Quality
62% Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can worsen during dry, dusty periods.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
55% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is often needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
57% Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited advanced medical facilities locally.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
88% Weight: 80
Warm and dry climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50% Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
47% Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
71% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32% Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly warm and dry year-round.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
76% Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and cuisine.
🌃 Nightlife
45% Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with some bars and local music venues but limited variety.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79% Weight: 15
Close to beaches and natural reserves, offering good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63% Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences, though less commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
42% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or theaters.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
78% Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional Peruvian dishes and fresh seafood.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38% Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56% Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67% Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy eating is accessible.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74% Weight: 20
GMT-5 time zone aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30% Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most nomads work for international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31% Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available are basic and not well-equipped.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
20% Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to major Peruvian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
60% Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps are growing but still developing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Limited adoption; some interest but infrastructure and acceptance remain low.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
55% Weight: 30
Piura airport offers domestic flights and limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
43% Weight: 20
Public transit is basic and informal; no metro or bus rapid transit systems.
🚶 Walkability
61% Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
57% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
39% Weight: 10
Few dedicated bike lanes; cycling is possible but not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
64% Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other cities; limited train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25% Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69% Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
75% Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity for foreigners working remotely.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
72% Weight: 15
Generally respected with some occasional political tensions.
🏛️ Political Stability
58% Weight: 20
Some political unrest in recent years but relatively stable currently.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45% Weight: 15
Requires local documentation; process can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
48% Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Peru as of 2025.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
37% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20% Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33% Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Piura.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
60% Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
55% Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised in certain areas at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
62% Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some social conservatism but generally welcoming.

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