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San Bernardino , Paraguay 🇵🇾
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities, with low prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than rural Paraguay.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices, with options ranging from budget apartments to mid-range homes, though limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local taxis are inexpensive; fuel prices are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment venues; prices are low but options are fewer compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are affordable but facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
55%
Weight: 30
Paraguayan guaraní has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
58%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still inconsistent; fiber-optic is limited outside main urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomads mostly rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies and is often slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
San Bernardino is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, resulting in a small community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a focus on outdoor activities and social life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality due to smaller population and proximity to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean but infrastructure maintenance can be inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Spanish and Guaraní are dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges for non-Spanish speakers.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Good air quality with low pollution levels, benefiting from lake proximity and limited industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Good for families seeking a quiet environment with outdoor activities; limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
48%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in San Bernardino; adequate for minor issues but not for emergencies or complex treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Warm subtropical climate with mostly sunny days; occasional heavy rains but generally pleasant year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during heavy rains but manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and lakefront areas provide ample green spaces for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not ubiquitous; many rely on fans due to moderate temperatures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly warm with wet and dry seasons but little temperature fluctuation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels except during local festivals or weekends.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Paraguayan culture with local festivals and traditions; somewhat limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with a few bars and restaurants; not a major nightlife destination.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, parks, and nature trails; ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion is the main method for learning Spanish or Guaraní.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited compared to tourist hotspots.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Local Paraguayan cuisine is accessible; international options are limited but growing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers may offer classes occasionally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes or specialized facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; organic and specialty health foods less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone aligns well with North and South American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available have basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most entrepreneurial efforts are informal or small scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; digital payment adoption is growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low but increasing interest in crypto; infrastructure and acceptance remain limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Asunción, about 40 km away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure outside downtown is sparse.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are available but not widespread; taxis remain common.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths exist but overall infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to major cities; no train services available.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural outskirts may have weaker signals.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no significant government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow; cafes and hotels provide better access.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities; stays up to 90 days without visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; Paraguay offers some incentives but tax system can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media and political discourse.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political unrest and corruption issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; process can be slow and bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and time-consuming steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to San Bernardino digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but cultural norms may require caution in some areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with some ethnic diversity; occasional discrimination reported.