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Flores vs Tulum – Digital Nomad Guide

Trying to decide between Flores, Guatemala and Tulum, Mexico? Here's a detailed comparison to help digital nomads and remote workers make an informed choice.

💰 Cost of Living

Flores has a monthly cost of $1,775, which is 30.4% lower than Tulum's $2,550.

🌐 Internet Infrastructure

For internet speeds, Flores offers 100 Mbps, while Tulum provides 100 Mbps making Tulum's connection 0.0% faster .

☀️ Current Weather

The weather in Flores is currently 39°C 🌤️, while Tulum is experiencing 32°C 🌤️.

🛡️ Safety Comparison

Flores has a safety score of 54.0 , while Tulum scores 60.0 .

Costs
$1,775
per month
Internet
100
Mbps
Weather
39° 🌤️
High today
Costs
$2,550
per month
Internet
100
Mbps
Weather
32° 🌤️
High today
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Overall Tulum wins

60.0
Overall Score
69.0

Tulum is 9% better

Quality of Life Tulum wins

54.0
Safety
60.0

Tulum is 6% better

52.0
Healthcare
67.0

Tulum is 15% better

Cost Flores wins

87.0
Cost of Living
71.0

Flores is 16% better

Climate

81.0
Air Quality
82.0

Infrastructure Tulum wins

54.0
Internet Speed
68.0

Tulum is 14% better

Social Tulum wins

41.0
Nightlife
71.0

Tulum is 30% better

89.0
Culture
76.0

Flores is 13% better

71.0
Food Scene
80.0

Tulum is 9% better

Total Cost of Living Comparison

Category Flores Tulum Difference
Monthly Total $1,775 $2,550 -30.4%
Daily Average $59 $85 per day

Housing

Item Flores Tulum Difference
Apartment (1 bedroom) $250.00 per month $650.00 per month -61.5%

Daily Life

Item Flores Tulum Difference
Coffee $1.50 per cup $2.50 per cup -40.0%

Transportation

Item Flores Tulum Difference

Utilities

Item Flores Tulum Difference
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Final Verdict: Flores vs Tulum

Tulum ranks as the better digital nomad destination, scoring 9.0% higher than Flores overall.

💰 Cost Analysis

  • Monthly Budget: $1,775 vs $2,550
  • Daily Expenses: $59 vs $85
  • Flores is 30.4% cheaper for digital nomads

🌐 Infrastructure

  • Internet Speed: Tulum leads with 0% faster connection
  • Public Transport: Tulum has better public transportation

🎯 Key Advantages

Flores Wins In:
  • Cost of Living (16% better)
  • Culture (13% better)
Tulum Wins In:
  • Overall Score (9% better)
  • Safety (6% better)
  • Healthcare (15% better)
  • Internet Speed (14% better)
  • Nightlife (30% better)
  • Food Scene (9% better)

💡 Final Recommendation

Choose Tulum if you prioritize cost effectiveness and Overall Score. However, Flores might be preferable if Overall Score is your top priority. Both cities offer unique advantages for digital nomads, with distinct trade-offs in cost of living, infrastructure, and lifestyle options.

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