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Paramaribo, Suriname 🇸🇷
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with low prices for food and local services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can vary; limited high-end options but affordable local housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive; fuel prices are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local events and cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
54%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and somewhat costly relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
The Surinamese dollar has moderate volatility; occasional inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially outside central Paramaribo.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited 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 significantly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Paramaribo is not a well-known digital nomad hub; community is very small.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Laid-back lifestyle with a slower pace of life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Urban areas have moderate pollution; surrounding nature is lush and clean.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
City streets can be littered; public sanitation services are inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Dutch is official; English is spoken by some but limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity, but urban areas see some vehicle pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
48%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited specialized care and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical cases require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; high humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and hurricanes; occasional flooding during heavy rains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to rainforest areas provide good green space access.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older or local residences.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Urban noise from traffic and street vendors; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich multicultural heritage with Dutch, Indian, African, and indigenous influences.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to rainforests, rivers, and wildlife; great for nature lovers.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Dutch or local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, river excursions, and eco-tourism.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse cuisine reflecting multicultural population; good street food and local dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; mostly informal or small classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; facilities often basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible but limited organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC-3 time zone is convenient for North and South American digital nomads.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside the country.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited platforms or local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces; those available have basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Nascent startup ecosystem with limited funding and infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
45%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment options growing but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness; few local services supporting crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transport; mostly minibuses and shared taxis.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Central Paramaribo is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not widely used for commuting.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Bus and boat services available but infrequent and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Few rental options; mostly informal and limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas; rural coverage spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; infrastructure improving but still inconsistent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward for many nationalities; no special nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some limitations in media.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with limited digital services.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized digital nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Paramaribo digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists, especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but caution advised; cultural norms may be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with generally good racial tolerance.