Union Island, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 🇻🇨
#1196
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major cities, but island living increases prices for imported goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
53%
Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate prices; beachfront and tourist areas command higher rents.
🍎 Food & Groceries
58%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and rental vehicles keeps costs moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricier due to tourism focus.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are relatively costly for the facilities offered.
💱 Currency Stability
70%
Weight: 30
Eastern Caribbean Dollar is relatively stable, pegged to the US dollar.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are often slow and inconsistent, especially outside main hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no dedicated coworking spaces on the island.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
28%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
Local SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and beautiful natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces, though some areas can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
English is the official language, easing communication for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited schooling and healthcare options for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to larger islands or abroad is necessary.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are moderate but limited services may require expensive travel.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
32%
Weight: 10
Located in a hurricane-prone region; risk is significant during hurricane season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, beaches, and forests.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate remains fairly consistent.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful island atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Caribbean culture with music, festivals, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, snorkeling, sailing, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; mainly English spoken.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, boat trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good local Caribbean cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes available sporadically.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available; healthy eating possible but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Atlantic Standard Time (UTC-4) is convenient for North and South American time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly reliant on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity or infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
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
45%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private transport.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small towns but limited sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating on the island.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited cycling infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Boat and ferry services connect nearby islands; limited options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in populated areas; spotty in remote locations.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages, especially during storms or high demand.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax, but limited tax treaties and financial services.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Generally free and open society with respect for speech rights.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; not fully digital but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Union Island digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; usual precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse and tolerant society with Caribbean cultural norms.