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La Asunción, Venezuela 🇻🇪
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Nomad Score:
43%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with basic apartments available at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce, though some imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and local taxis are very cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at low prices but may lack modern equipment.
💱 Currency Stability
12%
Weight: 30
Venezuelan bolívar is highly unstable with ongoing hyperinflation affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
34%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally slow and unreliable with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in La Asunción.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is often poor.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Limited options for cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but economic instability can cause stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good natural environment with coastal and mountainous surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be poorly maintained with waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
Spanish is dominant; English is rarely spoken outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and safety concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
20%
Weight: 20
Healthcare infrastructure is underfunded and often lacks supplies.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is inexpensive but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
21%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality medical services and specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional storms but no major seismic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by natural parks and green areas, good for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; many places rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and strong community ties.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly small local bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, mountains, and nature reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Spanish informally; few formal schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Basic local tours available, focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Venezuelan cuisine is widely available; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are accessible, but processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone is convenient for North and South American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Freelance ecosystem is underdeveloped with few support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces with professional amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity due to economic instability.
💳 Local Payment Services
25%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment infrastructure is weak.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
High interest in crypto as alternative currency amid hyperinflation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited domestic and international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available but infrequent and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available or reliable.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some locals use bikes for transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Intercity buses exist but are slow and sometimes unsafe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally available but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but internet censorship and outages can interfere.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
20%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and blackouts are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Government restrictions and censorship limit freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
10%
Weight: 20
High political instability and social unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to strict requirements and banking instability.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process with corruption risks.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known nomad-focused events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or support groups for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
20%
Weight: 100
High crime rates and safety concerns for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Moderate challenges for female travelers due to safety and cultural norms.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse population.