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Atlántida, Uruguay 🇺🇾
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Montevideo and other capitals, with lower prices in accommodation and food.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside peak tourist season, but limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
74%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at fair prices; eating out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable but less frequent.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues; prices are moderate but options are fewer.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not abundant; membership fees are reasonable.
💱 Currency Stability
83%
Weight: 30
Uruguayan Peso is relatively stable compared to regional currencies, with low inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
62%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband in town center; speeds can be inconsistent and slower than major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking options; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
59%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies and can be slow during peak hours.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
27%
Weight: 100
Atlántida is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; most nomads prefer Montevideo or Punta del Este.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
76%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; prepaid plans affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed beach town atmosphere supports good work-life balance with plenty of downtime.
🌳 Environmental Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets, though some areas show wear during tourist season.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist spots, posing challenges.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Quiet environment with good schools nearby; limited child-focused activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
63%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to Montevideo is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private clinics are more expensive but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
66%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited emergency and specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Mild temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters; generally pleasant year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and beach areas provide good green and open spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
51%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in many accommodations; fans are more common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
69%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool but not harsh.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels outside peak tourist season; peaceful residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Small town with local festivals and cultural events but limited diversity.
🌃 Nightlife
39%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is quiet with few bars and clubs; more vibrant options are in Montevideo.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, coastal walks, and nature reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal practice possible but limited structured options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
56%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, mostly nature and beach-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
43%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; small cinemas and community centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with seafood and traditional Uruguayan dishes; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered in community centers or gyms.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness areas; no large fitness chains.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; organic and health-focused stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
UTC-3 time zone aligns well with North and South American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; most opportunities are informal or in Montevideo.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
29%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal; few local platforms or support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Scarce coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity locally; Montevideo is the main hub in Uruguay.
💳 Local Payment Services
64%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; mobile payment adoption growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Some interest in crypto but infrastructure and acceptance remain limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
33%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Montevideo, about 45 minutes away; no local airport.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Bus services connect Atlántida to nearby cities; local transit within town is limited.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are available but less common than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular for leisure; some bike lanes but infrastructure is basic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Regular bus connections to Montevideo and other coastal towns; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Limited bike rental options; no electric scooter services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout town; 5G rollout limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
49%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is sparse and often unreliable; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
73%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities; 90-day stay common.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of expression and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
46%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic; non-residents face challenges.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; better suited for short stays.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Atlántida digital nomads; mostly informal groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers; cultural norms are conservative but respectful.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Uruguay is generally inclusive but less diverse.