At a glance
 CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Cuba | Cuba |
| Nomad score | 4.4 / 10 | 4.4 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,430 / mo | $1,415 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 29° / 24°C | 30° / 24°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 32 Good | 40 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 27.8°C | 30.6°C |
| Average low | 22.9°C | 22.4°C |
| Precipitation | 174 mm / mo | 64 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 311 h / mo | 333 h / mo |
| Humidity | 84% | 77% |
| Rain days | 22.3 / mo | 11.8 / mo |
| Wind speed | 14.9 km/h | 15.3 km/h |
CU
Baracoa · average high by month
J 26
F 26
M 27
A 27
M 28
J 29
J 29
A 30
S 30
O 29
N 28
D 26
CU
Santiago de Cuba · average high by month
J 29
F 29
M 30
A 30
M 30
J 31
J 32
A 32
S 32
O 31
N 30
D 30
Air quality
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 32 | 40 |
| PM2.5 | 4.6 µg/m³ | 4 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 6.4 µg/m³ | 5.3 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 73 µg/m³ | 49 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 8.1 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 1.7 | 3.0 |
| Local Payment Services | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Startup Scene | 1.3 | 1.7 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| Green Spaces | 8.0 | 5.1 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 3.0 | 3.8 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.7 | 4.6 |
| Seasonal Variety | 4.0 | 2.8 |
| Weather | 6.4 | 6.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 4.3 | 4.7 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 3.2 | 3.6 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 2.2 | 3.0 |
| VPN Reliability | 2.9 | 3.5 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.6 | 6.5 |
| Cost of Living | 7.1 | 6.3 |
| Currency Stability | 2.0 | 1.4 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.7 | 6.5 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.3 | 5.6 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 5.7 | 5.2 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.7 | 7.0 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.6 | 4.9 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 6.1 | 7.0 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.6 | 8.0 |
| Nightlife | 3.9 | 7.7 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.2 | 7.6 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 2.1 | 2.6 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.1 | 1.4 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 1.9 | 2.5 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 0.7 | 1.3 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.1 | 1.7 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Internet Speed | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 2.8 | 3.7 |
| Food Scene | 5.7 | 5.1 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.8 | 4.0 |
| Yoga Studios | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 4.9 | 5.0 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Healthcare Quality | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.1 | 0.6 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.7 | 1.4 |
| Political Stability | 4.2 | 3.2 |
| Tax Friendliness | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Visa Ease | 2.6 | 3.0 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 8.5 | 6.3 |
| Cleanliness | 6.0 | 5.0 |
| Environmental Quality | 8.3 | 6.2 |
| Family Friendly | 6.1 | 5.9 |
| Language Barrier | 2.9 | 3.3 |
| Work-Life Balance | 5.9 | 5.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| Safety | 6.8 | 7.1 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 2.5 | 3.1 |
| Cycling | 3.7 | 4.3 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 2.8 | 3.2 |
| Public Transit | 2.6 | 2.9 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.2 | 1.9 |
| Walkability | 6.2 | 6.7 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 0.7 | 2.8 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 1.7 | 2.8 |
| Networking Opportunities | 1.5 | 3.0 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 1.9 | 2.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.2 | 7.2 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $40 per pair | $35 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $30 per dress | $25 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $85 per pair | $75 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $20 per month | $15 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $2.50 per ticket | $0.50 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $1.50 per cup | $1.10 per cup |
| Beer | $2.50 per pint | $2.20 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $7.00 per meal | $4.50 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $30 per meal | $35 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.00 per meal | $6.50 per meal |
| Apples | $3.50 per kg | $4.50 per kg |
| Bread | $0.80 per loaf | $0.85 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.80 per bottle | $1.25 per bottle |
| Milk | $2.00 per liter | $2.10 per liter |
| Rice | $1.50 per kg | $1.40 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $7.00 per kg | $5.80 per kg |
| Beef | $12 per kg | $9.50 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $18 per bottle | $14 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $60 per month | $65 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $25 per visit | $20 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $3.00 per purchase | $8.00 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $80 per month | $45 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $350 per month | $210 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $600 per month | $750 per month |
| Coworking Space | $80 per month | $85 per month |
| Coliving Space | $400 per month | $400 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $15 per month | $8.00 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $5.00 per month | $6.00 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $7.00 per visit | $4.00 per visit |
| Laundry | $8.00 per kg | $5.00 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $25 per month | $15 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $40 per month | $65 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $25 one-time | $25 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $15 per month | $12 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $15 per hour | $7.00 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $10 per month | $5.00 per month |
| Taxi Start | $2.00 per trip | $1.50 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.50 per km | $1.10 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $20 per month | $6.00 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $4.00 per trip | $6.50 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.20 per liter | $1.35 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $18 per month | $18 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $10 per month | $4.50 per month |
Visa & Legal Fees
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Baracoa
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CU
Santiago de Cuba
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|---|---|---|
| Visa & Legal Fees | $0.00 per month | $1.00 per month |