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Trujillo, Peru 🇵🇪
#198 ,

Nomad Score: 61%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Trujillo offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89% Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite reasonable, with many affordable apartments and shared housing options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85% Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90% Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are very affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are budget-friendly but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72% Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but may lack some modern equipment.
💱 Currency Stability
64% Weight: 30
The Peruvian Sol has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic factors.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
68% Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few options mostly in central areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37% Weight: 100
Trujillo is not a major digital nomad hub yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID and affordable plans.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65% Weight: 15
Moderate air and environmental quality; some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
58% Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average with occasional littering.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40% Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
60% Weight: 15
Generally acceptable but occasional pollution spikes.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
55% Weight: 25
Some family-oriented activities but limited international schools.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
67% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; private clinics offer better quality.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
65% Weight: 20
Adequate for minor and moderate health issues; serious cases may require travel.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
83% Weight: 80
Warm and dry climate with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50% Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55% Weight: 10
Some parks and plazas but limited large green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32% Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly warm year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45% Weight: 10
Urban noise can be high, especially in central areas.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
86% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, colonial architecture, and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
60% Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
74% Weight: 15
Close to beaches and archaeological sites; good for outdoor exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools available but limited variety.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78% Weight: 10
Good access to cultural tours, historical sites, and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
84% Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with diverse Peruvian dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
42% Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; not widely available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70% Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but not mainstream.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75% Weight: 20
GMT-5 time zone aligns well with North American working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing slowly.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40% Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
35% Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and not very active.
💳 Local Payment Services
60% Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services available but not highly advanced.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45% Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains limited.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
55% Weight: 30
Trujillo airport offers domestic flights and limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
50% Weight: 20
Public buses available but routes and schedules can be confusing.
🚶 Walkability
62% Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65% Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-hailing apps operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
40% Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68% Weight: 15
Good bus connections to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35% Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75% Weight: 20
VPN services work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70% Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
78% Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate but can be complex for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70% Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
55% Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but overall stable environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45% Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50% Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30% Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Trujillo.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
55% Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
50% Weight: 50
Women should exercise caution, especially at night; cultural norms are traditional.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social prejudices persist.

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