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Humacao, Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to mainland US cities; some imported goods increase prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can vary; Humacao is cheaper than San Juan but still higher than many Latin American cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable; imported groceries and dining out can be moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Gasoline and public transport costs are moderate; limited public transit options increase reliance on cars.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but somewhat limited; prices are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with reasonable monthly fees compared to US mainland.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Uses US Dollar, providing excellent currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 50-100 Mbps; fiber available in some areas but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Humacao; more options in San Juan.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not many dedicated nomad spots.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Humacao is not a well-known digital nomad hub compared to San Juan or other Caribbean cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain local SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with coastal and forest areas; some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English widely spoken especially in service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good environment for families with outdoor activities and schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
69%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities; better options in larger cities like San Juan.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are lower than mainland US but higher than many Latin American countries.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a mix of public and private providers.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional rain but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Hurricane risk is significant during season (June-November).
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Access to parks, beaches, and nearby El Yunque rainforest.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public spaces have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than major cities but occasional street noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Puerto Rican culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options in Humacao; more vibrant scenes in San Juan.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
61%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn Spanish informally; some language schools available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and cultural experiences available, especially nature-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and Puerto Rican specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios in Humacao; more options in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
87%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time aligns well with US East Coast and Europe for remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events in Humacao.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
41%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity in Humacao; more concentrated in San Juan.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of US-based payment services and credit card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
53%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
59%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Juan (~45 min drive); Humacao has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
34%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are minimal; car is essential.
🚶 Walkability
51%
Weight: 20
Moderate walkability in town center; suburban areas require driving.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing available but less frequent than in major cities.
🚲 Cycling
48%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain in some areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus services exist but are infrequent; car travel preferred.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
79%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, especially after storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
99%
Weight: 40
US territory status means US citizens have no visa requirements; others follow US visa rules.
📊 Tax Friendliness
68%
Weight: 30
Puerto Rico offers tax incentives for certain businesses and residents; complex tax environment.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections under US law.
🏛️ Political Stability
73%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political protests and economic challenges.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
US banking system applies; can be bureaucratic for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; processes can be slow but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; US visa rules apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
52%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; lacks dedicated nomad infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
33%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups in Humacao.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
47%
Weight: 20
Limited online community focused on Humacao; more activity for Puerto Rico in general.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe but some petty crime exists; standard precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with generally good racial tolerance.