At a glance
 MX
Bacalar
|
 BZ
Ambergris Caye
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|
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Belize |
| Nomad score | 5.8 / 10 | 5.6 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,889 / mo | $3,820 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 31° / 24°C | 30° / 27°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 26 Good | 30 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31°C | 28.2°C |
| Average low | 23°C | 26.2°C |
| Precipitation | 114 mm / mo | 147 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 320 h / mo | 321 h / mo |
| Humidity | 80% | 79% |
| Rain days | 15 / mo | 16.1 / mo |
| Wind speed | 14.5 km/h | 31.7 km/h |
MX
Bacalar · average high by month
J 28
F 29
M 32
A 33
M 33
J 32
J 32
A 32
S 32
O 31
N 29
D 29
BZ
Ambergris Caye · average high by month
J 27
F 27
M 27
A 28
M 29
J 29
J 29
A 30
S 30
O 29
N 28
D 27
Air quality
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MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 26 | 30 |
| PM2.5 | 6.7 µg/m³ | 4 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 8.8 µg/m³ | 6.4 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 49 µg/m³ | 40 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 7.4 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Local Payment Services | 5.2 | 4.9 |
| Startup Scene | 2.9 | 3.0 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 6.7 | 6.9 |
| Green Spaces | 7.0 | 4.6 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.5 | 5.4 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.6 | 3.6 |
| Weather | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 7.2 | 6.5 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 6.8 | 5.9 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 4.7 | 4.3 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.5 | 6.3 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.0 | 3.9 |
| Cost of Living | 6.7 | 4.9 |
| Currency Stability | 7.4 | 8.3 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.3 | 4.9 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.1 | 4.8 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 5.8 | 4.3 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.1 | 5.8 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.5 | 6.0 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.4 | 3.3 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 4.9 | 3.7 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.4 | 7.9 |
| Nightlife | 3.9 | 5.3 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.1 | 9.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
|
MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
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|
|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Nomad Friendly | 5.7 | 6.3 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.6 | 3.7 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 5.5 | 5.9 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 3.4 | 4.0 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 4.5 | 4.9 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 3.7 | 4.1 |
| Internet Speed | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.8 | 7.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
|
MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| Food Scene | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.3 | 5.5 |
| Yoga Studios | 5.5 | 5.7 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 5.8 | 5.4 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.9 | 6.7 |
| Healthcare Quality | 5.1 | 4.9 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 3.3 | 6.4 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.6 | 4.3 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.6 | 4.2 |
| Freedom of Speech | 6.1 | 7.6 |
| Political Stability | 6.0 | 6.9 |
| Tax Friendliness | 5.9 | 7.5 |
| Visa Ease | 7.2 | 6.7 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 8.1 | 8.0 |
| Cleanliness | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Environmental Quality | 8.1 | 7.2 |
| Family Friendly | 7.0 | 6.6 |
| Language Barrier | 5.2 | 8.9 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.4 | 7.7 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Racial Tolerance | 7.0 | 7.1 |
| Safety | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 4.3 | 4.6 |
| Cycling | 4.3 | 5.1 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 5.8 | 4.3 |
| Public Transit | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 6.5 | 7.6 |
| Walkability | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 3.8 | 3.4 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| Networking Opportunities | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.0 | 3.3 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.8 | 7.1 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
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BZ
Ambergris Caye
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|
|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $43 per pair | $55 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $29 per dress | $43 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $69 per pair | $110 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $57 per month | $90 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.72 per ticket | $10 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.00 per cup | $4.25 per cup |
| Beer | $2.58 per pint | $3.00 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $6.87 per meal | $9.00 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $40 per meal | $80 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $7.44 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Apples | $2.86 per kg | $5.00 per kg |
| Bread | $1.72 per loaf | $2.25 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $1.03 per bottle | $1.50 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.26 per liter | $4.00 per liter |
| Rice | $1.43 per kg | $1.75 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.72 per kg | $7.00 per kg |
| Beef | $10 per kg | $9.00 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $16 per bottle | $23 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $172 per month | $275 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $29 per month | $30 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $34 per visit | $50 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $4.29 per purchase | $13 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $286 per month | $475 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $429 per month | $1,100 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $859 per month | $2,400 per month |
| Coworking Space | $143 per month | $250 per month |
| Coliving Space | $572 per month | $1,600 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $23 per month | $55 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $29 per month | $50 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $11 per visit | $18 per visit |
| Laundry | $4.58 per kg | $13 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $14 per month | $38 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $40 per month | $80 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $11 one-time | $20 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $29 per month | $75 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $20 per hour | $20 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $29 per month | $60 per month |
| Taxi Start | $2.29 per trip | $5.00 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.69 per km | $2.50 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $34 per month | $60 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $6.87 per trip | $13 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.43 per liter | $7.25 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $29 per month | $35 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
|
MX
Bacalar
|
BZ
Ambergris Caye
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $57 per month | $110 per month |