Playa El Tunco, El Salvador 🇸🇻
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to many global cities, especially for food and local services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable rentals, especially for long-term stays, though beachfront properties can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
89%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and local shuttles are very cheap; taxis and ride-shares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and beach activities; some tourist-focused entertainment can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but limited; prices are moderate compared to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
61%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses USD, which provides stability but local economic factors can cause minor fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent speeds in town, but occasional outages and slower speeds compared to major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; some cafes offer work-friendly environments.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Several cafes with WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
58%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings, though some areas have waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Generally clean tourist areas; some local infrastructure challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
57%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and nomad circles but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
51%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities locally.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
91%
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 and hurricanes; some flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Natural parks and beaches nearby; limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with strong indigenous and coastal influences.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Casual nightlife focused on beach bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, surfing, hiking, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Spanish language schools and informal opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Variety of local 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
75%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor fitness is popular.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC-6 timezone convenient for North and Central American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
53%
Weight: 25
Small but growing digital nomad and expat community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
41%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Freelance opportunities mostly online; local ecosystem is small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem locally.
💳 Local Payment Services
64%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and cash are common; card acceptance improving.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption, increasing crypto use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is El Salvador International Airport, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
49%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses and shuttles.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Small town layout is walkable, especially near the beach.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
57%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps available but less prevalent than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and shuttles connect to other cities; no train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available for tourists and nomads.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited; mostly available in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; stays up to 90 days without hassle.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax policies; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected but some political pressures exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
54%
Weight: 20
Some political tensions and security concerns, but relatively stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
56%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; some paperwork and time required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large-scale regular events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on El Tunco and El Salvador.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist; petty crime and occasional violence reported.
♀️ Female Friendly
53%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; diverse but some social challenges remain.