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Suchitoto, El Salvador 🇸🇻
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Suchitoto offers a low cost of living compared to many cities globally, with affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, especially for long-term stays in guesthouses or local apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap but limited; taxis and local buses are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but inexpensive, with cultural events and local festivals.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and smaller; membership fees are low compared to urban centers.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses the US dollar, providing currency stability and ease for international transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; average speeds are moderate, suitable for basic remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but lack dedicated amenities like power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Suchitoto is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, attracting a niche crowd.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for cultural immersion and nature activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings, with low industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean town center; some rural areas less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Air quality is good due to low traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Quiet town with family-oriented environment; limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to San Salvador is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities locally; adequate for minor issues but not specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a defined dry season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional tropical storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
86%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakes, and natural reserves nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Limited AC availability in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly warm and humid year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, art galleries, and colonial architecture.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is quiet and limited, mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, bird watching, and lake activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Several Spanish schools and informal language exchange opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, artisan workshops, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some museums and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Traditional Salvadoran cuisine dominates; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered in community centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; limited organic or specialty health stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time aligns well with North American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem centered in San Salvador.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and US dollar usage simplify transactions; some limitations in digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
72%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is a pioneer in Bitcoin adoption, positively impacting Suchitoto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Salvador, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transit; mostly buses and shared taxis.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps have limited presence; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to major cities; no train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town; rural areas less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 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
55%
Weight: 20
Some political tensions and security concerns in the country.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but can be slow and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence related to Suchitoto digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; petty crime exists but violent crime less common in town.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but caution advised, especially at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society with some cultural homogeneity.