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Playa El Tunco, El Salvador 🇸🇻
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards, especially for accommodation and food.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Budget-friendly options including beachfront hostels and affordable rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and fresh options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Local buses and tuk-tuks are cheap but limited in frequency.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and beach activities, though options are somewhat limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are moderate but less variety than bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses USD, providing stability but subject to regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; some cafes and accommodations offer better WiFi.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small setups or shared spaces in nearby cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but reliability can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but not widespread or highly professional.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination compared to other Central American spots.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable prepaid SIM cards widely available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach lifestyle promotes good balance, though work infrastructure is basic.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Beach environment is pleasant but occasional litter and pollution issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
59%
Weight: 10
Basic sanitation present but streets and beaches can be untidy at times.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities and activities for families; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious cases require travel to San Salvador.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality varies significantly.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local facilities; adequate for minor issues but not emergencies.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; dry season preferred.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and hurricanes; some flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Natural beach and nearby hills provide outdoor green areas but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not always standard in accommodations; fans more common than AC units.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly dry and wet seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Beach bars and nightlife can cause noise; generally quiet during daytime.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with strong indigenous and coastal influences.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Small but lively nightlife centered around beach bars and local music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to surfing, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal Spanish practice possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of surf lessons, volcano tours, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly focused on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios and classes available, mostly small and informal.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness is more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; vegetarian options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC -6, convenient for North and Central American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally happen.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small community of freelancers; limited local support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not highly professional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity locally; more active in San Salvador.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Cash is king; some digital payment options but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is pioneering Bitcoin adoption, but local usage is still niche.
🚆 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; mostly buses with irregular schedules.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town layout makes walking feasible, especially near the beach.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage is spotty and less reliable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some locals cycle; infrastructure is minimal and roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to other cities but are slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and some hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
No special tax incentives for digital nomads; 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; improving but cautious.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and banking regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but can be slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness but infrastructure and services still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Playa El Tunco.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime common, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Generally safe but some areas require vigilance, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society but some social conservatism present.