At a glance
 CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Cuba | Cuba |
| Nomad score | 4.4 / 10 | 4.8 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,530 / mo | $2,330 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 25° / 20°C | 28° / 23°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 34 Good | 38 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 29.9°C | 29.2°C |
| Average low | 21.2°C | 23.3°C |
| Precipitation | 78 mm / mo | 82 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 325 h / mo | 331 h / mo |
| Humidity | 78% | 77% |
| Rain days | 13.6 / mo | 13.6 / mo |
| Wind speed | 17.2 km/h | 21.1 km/h |
CU
Santa Clara · average high by month
J 27
F 28
M 30
A 30
M 32
J 31
J 32
A 32
S 31
O 30
N 28
D 27
CU
Varadero · average high by month
J 26
F 27
M 28
A 29
M 31
J 31
J 32
A 32
S 31
O 30
N 28
D 27
Air quality
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 34 | 38 |
| PM2.5 | 2.5 µg/m³ | 2.9 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 3.3 µg/m³ | 4.5 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 41 µg/m³ | 84 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.4 | 2.6 |
| Local Payment Services | 2.3 | 1.9 |
| Startup Scene | 1.8 | 1.4 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 4.1 | 6.3 |
| Green Spaces | 5.2 | 5.7 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.8 | 3.9 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.4 | 5.1 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.2 | 3.4 |
| Weather | 5.8 | 7.1 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 4.8 | 6.0 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.2 | 3.5 |
| VPN Reliability | 3.9 | 4.3 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.4 | 6.2 |
| Cost of Living | 7.2 | 7.4 |
| Currency Stability | 2.2 | 1.7 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.1 | 5.8 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.8 | 5.9 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.1 | 7.4 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.8 | 6.4 |
| Indoors Fun | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.6 | 5.2 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.3 | 6.8 |
| Nightlife | 4.3 | 6.0 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 5.0 | 8.2 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Nomad Friendly | 2.3 | 2.9 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.2 | 1.6 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 2.1 | 2.7 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 0.9 | 1.6 |
| Internet Speed | 2.7 | 3.9 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| Food Scene | 5.4 | 4.9 |
| Healthy Food Options | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Yoga Studios | 2.8 | 3.0 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 5.6 | 5.3 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.1 | 7.6 |
| Healthcare Quality | 5.1 | 4.9 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.4 | 0.3 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 1.8 | 1.5 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 1.9 | 1.5 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.7 | 1.8 |
| Political Stability | 3.9 | 4.4 |
| Tax Friendliness | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Visa Ease | 3.1 | 4.5 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 6.6 | 8.3 |
| Cleanliness | 5.6 | 6.8 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.4 | 8.0 |
| Family Friendly | 6.2 | 7.0 |
| Language Barrier | 3.2 | 4.7 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.2 | 6.5 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.2 | 7.1 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.6 | 6.9 |
| Safety | 6.5 | 7.7 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 4.6 | 6.1 |
| Cycling | 4.1 | 4.3 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| Public Transit | 3.5 | 3.4 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.4 | 5.2 |
| Walkability | 6.0 | 5.5 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 2.6 | 1.7 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.4 | 1.8 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.6 | 1.9 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.3 | 1.4 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.6 | 7.4 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $35 per pair | $45 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $25 per dress | $30 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $75 per pair | $85 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $15 per month | $35 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $0.50 per ticket | $1.00 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $1.25 per cup | $1.75 per cup |
| Beer | $2.20 per pint | $2.50 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $4.50 per meal | $8.00 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $32 per meal | $55 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.00 per meal | $7.50 per meal |
| Apples | $4.50 per kg | $6.00 per kg |
| Bread | $0.85 per loaf | $1.20 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $1.15 per bottle | $1.50 per bottle |
| Milk | $2.10 per liter | $2.80 per liter |
| Rice | $1.20 per kg | $1.60 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $6.50 per kg | $8.50 per kg |
| Beef | $9.50 per kg | $14 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $12 per bottle | $15 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $60 per month | $75 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $20 per visit | $40 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $5.50 per purchase | $10 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $45 per month | $180 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $216 per month | $650 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $750 per month | $1,100 per month |
| Coworking Space | $85 per month | $140 per month |
| Coliving Space | $450 per month | $800 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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| Internet & Mobile | $8.00 per month | $12 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $4.00 per month | $15 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $5.00 per visit | $10 per visit |
| Laundry | $8.00 per kg | $12 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $13 per month | $20 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $55 per month | $80 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $25 one-time | $30 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $15 per month | $35 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $10 per hour | $15 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $5.00 per month | $8.00 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.50 per trip | $5.00 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $1.10 per km | $1.50 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $5.50 per month | $25 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $6.50 per trip | $12 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.35 per liter | $1.25 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $15 per month | $25 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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CU
Santa Clara
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CU
Varadero
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $4.50 per month | $15 per month |