Canouan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 🇻🇨
#1197
12.712415, -61.324125
Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living, with some expenses being higher due to its island location.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Accommodation can be pricey, especially for beachfront properties, but options vary.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options, but taxis and rentals are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
58%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited, but local events are often low-cost or free.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be high for limited facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Stable currency, but fluctuations can occur due to economic conditions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speed, though reliability can vary by location.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
30%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available on the island.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but overall options are sparse.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a focus on leisure and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings with a focus on conservation.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas may have litter due to tourism.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but some locals may speak Creole.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, with minimal industrial pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available, but limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs can be high for non-residents.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
90%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of hurricanes and tropical storms, especially during the season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural reserves available for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly warm and tropical year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals and traditions, but limited diversity.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily bars and small venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural beauty with beaches, hiking, and water activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning outside of English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; focus is on outdoor experiences.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but dining options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, but some outdoor classes offered.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities and options for exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy options available, but variety is limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is generally favorable for North American and European connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few local job opportunities; reliance on remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem; few local clients available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Very few coworking spaces with limited facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup scene; limited entrepreneurial activity.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but limited digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Limited flights; small airport with basic connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Minimal public transit options; reliance on taxis and rentals.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Few options for intercity travel; primarily by ferry.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of rentals for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile coverage, but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur but are infrequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options; mostly found in cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward but can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; generally favorable for expatriates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment, with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Banking services available, but can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to women, but caution is advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some cultural nuances exist.