Barquisimeto, Venezuela 🇻🇪
#268
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
91%
Weight: 150
Extremely low cost of living due to Venezuela's economic situation and currency devaluation.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
93%
Weight: 80
Very affordable housing options, though quality and safety vary significantly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
87%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer cheap fresh produce, but imported goods are scarce and expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
95%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are very inexpensive, though infrastructure is limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
80%
Weight: 15
Low-cost entertainment options available, but limited variety and quality.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but often lack modern equipment and facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
10%
Weight: 30
Severe hyperinflation and currency instability make financial planning difficult.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally slow and unreliable with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Very low popularity among digital nomads due to safety and infrastructure concerns.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle possible but daily challenges can impact productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with visible litter and infrastructure decay.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
35%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is under-resourced; private care is better but costly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is expensive relative to local income but affordable for foreigners.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited availability of quality medical services and medicines.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist but are limited and not well maintained.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in many places but power outages can limit use.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with vibrant music, festivals, and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is limited and can be unsafe in some areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural attractions but infrastructure for outdoor activities is limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Good opportunity to learn Spanish immersed in local environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available but tourism infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Venezuelan cuisine is flavorful and affordable, though variety is limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; wellness scene is small.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone is convenient for working with North and South America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic and unreliable.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and faces economic challenges.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Payment systems are unreliable; cash and cryptocurrencies are commonly used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
High adoption of cryptocurrencies as alternative to unstable local currency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
International flights are limited; domestic flights are unreliable.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but often overcrowded and poorly maintained.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure and safety concerns exist.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage and safety vary.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but often unreliable and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good but data speeds can be slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but occasional government restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
25%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and blackouts are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa process is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and enforcement inconsistent.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Government restrictions and censorship limit freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
15%
Weight: 20
Political instability and social unrest are ongoing concerns.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to bureaucracy and financial restrictions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration is bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and safety challenges make it a difficult destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or support groups for nomads in Barquisimeto.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
High crime rates and security concerns for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Safety concerns and cultural norms can be challenging for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some discrimination exists.