Tacuarembó, Uruguay 🇺🇾
#1498
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Montevideo and other capitals, with lower prices on daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite reasonable, especially for long-term stays in Tacuarembó compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at good prices; eating out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport options are limited but inexpensive; taxis and rideshares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment venues; prices are low but options are fewer than in bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Local gyms offer affordable memberships, though facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Uruguayan Peso is relatively stable compared to regional currencies, with moderate inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband available but speeds and reliability can vary; fiber is less common than in Montevideo.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity can be inconsistent and fewer options than in larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Tacuarembó is not a known hub for digital nomads; very few nomads choose this city.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace and good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, better than many regional towns.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is not widely spoken, which can be a challenge for non-Spanish speakers.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Very good air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
69%
Weight: 25
Quiet environment with schools and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more complex care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
74%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate and public healthcare is accessible.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Adequate for routine needs but limited specialized services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Mild temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters; generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas surrounding the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
52%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in many buildings; summers can be warm but manageable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
69%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild winters and warm summers, but limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
84%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small city size and low traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional music and festivals, though less cosmopolitan.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to countryside, rivers, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion is the main method for learning Spanish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but limited compared to tourist hotspots.
🎳 Indoors Fun
41%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with traditional Uruguayan dishes; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios; mostly small local classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and sports clubs available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
64%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available; organic and health-focused stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
UTC-3 timezone aligns well with North and South American business hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
29%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events; limited digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; community is sparse.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic in amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
27%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity in Tacuarembó.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; digital payment adoption growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Some interest in crypto but adoption is low and infrastructure limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
No local airport with commercial flights; nearest major airport is several hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within the city; no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
37%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
54%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive; terrain is mostly flat.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
58%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to other cities are available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Uruguay offers relatively straightforward tourist visa policies for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Uruguay is one of the most politically stable countries in Latin America.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available in Uruguay.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
34%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
23%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Tacuarembó digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates compared to regional averages.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and respectful environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally welcoming.