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, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable rentals, especially for long-term stays; beachfront properties can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are inexpensive; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local shuttles are cheap; taxis and ride-shares moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and beach activities; some tourist-focused events can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but limited; membership prices are moderate for the region.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses USD, providing currency stability and ease for international transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent speeds in main areas, but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited outside main hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; mostly small and informal setups.
☕ 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 not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
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 data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beach access supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Beach environment is pleasant but some areas have pollution issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; cleanliness varies widely.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and expat circles but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Generally good near the coast, but occasional pollution from traffic and burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools; better suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to San Salvador or abroad recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities locally; adequate for minor needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with mostly sunny days; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
43%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes, hurricanes, and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Natural beach and some parks, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in hotels and newer accommodations; less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Beach town noise levels moderate; occasional loud nightlife and traffic noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with strong indigenous and coastal influences.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Small but lively nightlife focused on beach bars and local music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent for surfing, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, surfing lessons, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood; some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios and wellness centers catering to tourists and expats.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness is more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC-6, convenient for North and Central American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; lacks advanced amenities found in larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem locally.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps improving but still developing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
75%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption, increasing crypto accessibility.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Salvador, about 2 hours away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are basic and infrequent.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows for walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Some ride-sharing apps operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but lacks dedicated bike lanes and safety infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and shuttles connect to other cities; options are affordable but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa-free entry for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax policies; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest and crime concerns affect stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Limited but growing online groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
42%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to crime; caution advised especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women should take precautions but many female nomads live comfortably.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social prejudices persist.