El Tunco, El Salvador 🇸🇻
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
El Tunco is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and rentals, though beachfront properties can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local shuttles are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and activities, but some tourist spots charge higher fees.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Limited gyms with moderate pricing; many prefer outdoor fitness options.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Uses USD, which is stable, but local economic factors can impact prices.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent speeds in town but can be inconsistent; fiber available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; nomads often work from cafes or nearby cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
57%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
64%
Weight: 15
Beach environment is pleasant but some pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Variable; tourist areas are cleaner but some streets and beaches have litter.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and expat circles.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools; better suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
54%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in El Tunco; better options in San Salvador.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry season preferred.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Risk of earthquakes, hurricanes, and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Natural beach and some parks, but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not always standard in accommodations; fans more common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
56%
Weight: 10
Beach nightlife can be noisy; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Salvadoran culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Vibrant beach bars and small clubs; nightlife is casual and laid-back.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent surfing, beaches, and nearby natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish schools available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including surfing, volcano hikes, and cultural visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some retreats and classes available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms; outdoor fitness preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; some health-focused cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time (UTC-6) aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
38%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; quality varies and often basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem in El Tunco itself.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; some digital payment options but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption, but local usage in El Tunco is moderate.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
47%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Salvador, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Local buses and shuttles available but infrequent and basic.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
Small town layout is walkable, especially near the beach.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
52%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but are less common than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
49%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; roads can be busy and unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and shuttles connect to major cities; affordable but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
73%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
No specific digital nomad tax incentives; standard Salvadoran tax laws apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some political tensions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and crime concerns in the country.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucratic hurdles; processes improving but still slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness but infrastructure and services still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
39%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; informal meetups occasionally happen.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on El Tunco.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
47%
Weight: 100
Some safety concerns due to petty crime; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe in tourist areas but caution needed at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society; some cultural homogeneity.