San Bernardino
, Paraguay 🇵🇾
#2154
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
San Bernardino offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are generally affordable, with options ranging from budget apartments to mid-range homes.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores provide fresh produce at low prices; eating out is also inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
74%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but cheap; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable but not widespread.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but affordable, with local festivals and outdoor activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are lower than in larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
The Paraguayan guaraní is relatively stable but can experience moderate fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
52%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are moderate; fiber is available but not widespread, with occasional reliability issues.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or remote work from accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies and is not always reliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
San Bernardino is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; community is small and dispersed.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of outdoor activities supports a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings near the lake contribute to good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, though some areas can have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist areas, posing some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
73%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global standards.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm, sunny weather most of the year; mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
76%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
89%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakefront areas, and natural reserves provide ample green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in all accommodations but more common in newer buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with warm summers and mild winters; limited variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small town size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Paraguayan culture with local festivals, music, and crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools available but limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Opportunities for cultural tours and nature excursions exist but are not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh ingredients; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; mostly small, community-run classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but are limited in number and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; organic options are growing but limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone is convenient for working with North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available have basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; most entrepreneurial activity is informal.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; digital payment adoption is growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption but increasing interest among younger population.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Asunción, about 40 km away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and infrequent.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable; outskirts require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are available but not widely used.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to nearby cities; options are basic but functional.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
72%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can occur during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited to some cafes and public spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Paraguay offers relatively low taxes but digital nomads should seek local advice.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some media restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
28%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in San Bernardino.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms are traditional but safe for travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society though less diverse than larger cities.