Suchitoto, El Salvador 🇸🇻
#1049
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Suchitoto is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly guesthouses and apartments available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and local taxis are cheap, though options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; prices are low but facilities basic.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
El Salvador uses the US dollar, providing currency stability for foreigners.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but can be inconsistent; average speeds around 10-20 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local cafes with WiFi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; seating and power outlets limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Suchitoto is not a well-known digital nomad hub yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong community feel supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings, though some waste management issues exist.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Town is generally clean but infrastructure is basic.
🗨️ Language Barrier
41%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to rural setting and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with schools and family activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
53%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to San Salvador is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to developed countries.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local facilities; adequate for minor issues but not specialized care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Warm tropical climate with a dry season; generally pleasant year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
43%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismic zone with occasional earthquakes and some flood risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
89%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by natural parks, lakes, and green hills.
❄️ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Limited AC availability in accommodations; fans more common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small town size and rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
88%
Weight: 20
Rich colonial heritage and vibrant local arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
37%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is minimal, mostly small bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, lake activities, and nature exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Several Spanish schools and informal language exchange opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, artisan workshops, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered in community centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
48%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor exercise areas; limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
84%
Weight: 20
Central Standard Time (UTC-6) aligns well with North American working 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
31%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
29%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic in amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
27%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Suchitoto; more vibrant in San Salvador.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment options available; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
El Salvador is pioneering Bitcoin adoption, but local usage in Suchitoto is limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
34%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in San Salvador, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no urban transit system.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
Town center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps available but usage is low.
🚲 Cycling
56%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses connect to other cities but schedules are irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
33%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
76%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa is easy to obtain; stays up to 90 days without hassle.
📊 Tax Friendliness
52%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally respected, though some political tensions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
58%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest in recent years but stable in Suchitoto.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
43%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts 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
Basic amenities for nomads exist but infrastructure and community are limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Very few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Suchitoto digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
62%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe town but general caution advised, especially at night.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate; women should exercise normal precautions.
✊ Racial Tolerance
67%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant community with some cultural homogeneity.