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La Libertad, El Salvador 🇸🇻
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
La Libertad offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it attractive for budget-conscious digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
82%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options including apartments and shared housing, especially near the beach and town center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals, with some international options available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap but limited; taxis and ride-shares are affordable but less frequent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are generally low-cost, including beach activities and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; memberships are moderately priced.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses the US dollar, providing currency stability but subject to US economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but can be inconsistent; fiber-optic available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
63%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Coastal environment is pleasant but some pollution and waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be moderately clean but vary by neighborhood.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location, occasional pollution from traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; better suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; more serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities locally; private clinics better but still basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a defined dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of earthquakes and hurricanes exists; some vulnerability to flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Access to beaches and some parks, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially near busy roads and nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Salvadoran culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
53%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife focused on bars and beach gatherings; limited club scene.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, surfing, and nearby natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Spanish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially related to surfing and cultural sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood; some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options present.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time aligns well with North American working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
38%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly developed.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with limited support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services improving but still limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
75%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption, enhancing crypto ecosystem.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Salvador, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options within La Libertad.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber operate but with limited coverage.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to San Salvador and other cities; affordable but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some concerns over political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and crime issues affect stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking bureaucracy can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is improving but still slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness but infrastructure and services for nomads are limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups discussing La Libertad.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
45%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to crime; caution advised especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women should exercise caution and be aware of local norms.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some social challenges remain.