Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 🇻🇨
#1193
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major global cities, but higher than many Caribbean neighbors due to import costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited options for long-term stays; beachfront properties command premium prices.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported goods and specialty items are expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap but limited; taxis are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and moderately priced, mostly local events and small venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, membership fees are slightly above average for the region.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the US dollar.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent, especially outside urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
47%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; options are limited in Kingstown.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
39%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with beautiful natural surroundings and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
86%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to other countries is often necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
62%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited facilities may require private insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; lacks advanced medical infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
92%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and plenty of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Located in a hurricane-prone region; risk is moderate during hurricane season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
67%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but less so in older structures.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with music, festivals, and friendly locals.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, beaches, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mostly English spoken.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, including nature and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Good local Caribbean cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 timezone is convenient for North and South American connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the country.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem and support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Small international airport with limited direct flights; connections mainly via Barbados or Trinidad.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited and informal public transport system.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
Kingstown is fairly walkable, especially downtown areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis are primary option.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect islands but schedules are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in urban areas; rural coverage can be spotty.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with stable connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
73%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, which is attractive for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty due to documentation requirements and banking regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is somewhat bureaucratic but manageable.
📄✈️ 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
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Kingstown.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
77%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance and inclusivity.