At a glance
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Nomad score | 5.6 / 10 | 6.1 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,470 / mo | $1,790 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 31° / 24°C | 30° / 16°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 24 Good | 20 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 29°C | 25.4°C |
| Average low | 21.4°C | 15.6°C |
| Precipitation | 254 mm / mo | 183 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 268 h / mo | 292 h / mo |
| Humidity | 88% | 75% |
| Rain days | 22.5 / mo | 18.6 / mo |
| Wind speed | 8.6 km/h | 12.3 km/h |
EC
Bahia de Caraquez · average high by month
J 30
F 30
M 29
A 29
M 28
J 27
J 27
A 29
S 30
O 30
N 29
D 30
EC
Vilcabamba · average high by month
J 24
F 25
M 24
A 25
M 26
J 25
J 25
A 26
S 27
O 26
N 26
D 25
Air quality
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| US AQI | 24 | 20 |
| PM2.5 | 4.6 µg/m³ | 1.7 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 6.8 µg/m³ | 1.7 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 44 µg/m³ | 39 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 3.9 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.2 | 2.6 |
| Local Payment Services | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| Startup Scene | 1.9 | 2.7 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Air Conditioning | 5.7 | 3.2 |
| Green Spaces | 5.9 | 8.8 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.1 | 6.2 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.0 | 7.4 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.6 | 2.8 |
| Weather | 7.3 | 8.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 6.4 | 5.8 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.8 | 3.3 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.3 | 6.9 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Accommodation Cost | 8.0 | 8.1 |
| Cost of Living | 7.8 | 8.2 |
| Currency Stability | 8.4 | 9.5 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.9 | 8.3 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.0 | 7.4 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.2 | 8.0 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Culture | 5.9 | 6.0 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.3 | 3.5 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.0 | 5.5 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.8 | 6.9 |
| Nightlife | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.6 | 9.2 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.7 | 2.8 |
| Nomad Friendly | 4.4 | 4.9 |
| Online Community Presence | 2.0 | 3.0 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Cafes with WiFi | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 2.6 | 3.1 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 3.6 | 3.8 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.1 | 3.4 |
| Internet Speed | 6.2 | 6.1 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.1 | 7.0 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Fitness Facilities | 4.4 | 4.7 |
| Food Scene | 5.8 | 5.5 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.5 | 7.4 |
| Yoga Studios | 4.2 | 7.3 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Healthcare | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.6 | 8.4 |
| Healthcare Quality | 5.2 | 4.5 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 3.2 | 7.3 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.4 | 4.0 |
| Freedom of Speech | 5.9 | 6.1 |
| Political Stability | 4.9 | 4.7 |
| Tax Friendliness | 6.4 | 6.0 |
| Visa Ease | 6.9 | 7.5 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Air Quality | 7.9 | 8.9 |
| Cleanliness | 6.2 | 7.0 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.3 | 8.4 |
| Family Friendly | 6.9 | 6.7 |
| Language Barrier | 4.5 | 5.3 |
| Work-Life Balance | 8.0 | 8.2 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Female Friendly | 6.6 | 7.6 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.1 | 7.2 |
| Safety | 6.7 | 7.9 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Airport Connectivity | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Cycling | 4.9 | 3.5 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Public Transit | 2.9 | 2.6 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 1.7 | 1.0 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 3.2 | 3.7 |
| Walkability | 6.2 | 5.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Coworking Quality | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 3.0 | 3.4 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.9 | 3.4 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.7 | 7.6 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Jeans | $45 per pair | $45 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $35 per dress | $30 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $80 per pair | $85 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Dining Out | $40 per month | $60 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Cinema Ticket | $6.00 per ticket | $6.00 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Coffee | $1.50 per cup | $2.25 per cup |
| Beer | $1.50 per pint | $1.50 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.50 per meal | $3.50 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $35 per meal | $35 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $5.50 per meal | $6.50 per meal |
| Apples | $2.50 per kg | $2.10 per kg |
| Bread | $1.50 per loaf | $1.80 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.60 per bottle | $0.90 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.20 per liter | $1.10 per liter |
| Rice | $1.20 per kg | $1.20 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.00 per kg | $6.20 per kg |
| Beef | $9.00 per kg | $7.50 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $14 per bottle | $12 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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| Groceries | $200 per month | $180 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $35 per visit | $30 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.00 per purchase | $7.00 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Housing | $250 per month | $250 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $400 per month | $380 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $700 per month | $750 per month |
| Coworking Space | $120 per month | $125 per month |
| Coliving Space | $450 per month | $550 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Internet & Mobile | $20 per month | $25 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Leisure Activities | $15 per month | $25 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Haircut | $10 per visit | $8.00 per visit |
| Laundry | $6.00 per kg | $6.00 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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| Mobile Plan | $12 per month | $15 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $35 per month | $35 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $8.00 one-time | $10 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $25 per month | $30 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $12 per hour | $10 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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Vilcabamba
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| Transportation | $40 per month | $30 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.75 per trip | $1.50 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.75 per km | $1.00 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $25 per month | $15 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $5.00 per trip | $4.50 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.10 per liter | $0.63 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $18 per month | $18 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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Bahia de Caraquez
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EC
Vilcabamba
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| Utilities | $35 per month | $35 per month |