At a glance
 NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Nicaragua | Nicaragua |
| Nomad score | 5.0 / 10 | 5.8 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,493 / mo | $2,174 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 27° / 20°C | 30° / 24°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 18 Good | 26 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 25.6°C | 29.8°C |
| Average low | 18.4°C | 23.8°C |
| Precipitation | 106 mm / mo | 165 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 311 h / mo | 318 h / mo |
| Humidity | 84% | 80% |
| Rain days | 17.1 / mo | 18.3 / mo |
| Wind speed | 21.1 km/h | 25 km/h |
NI
Jinotega · average high by month
J 24
F 25
M 27
A 28
M 28
J 25
J 25
A 26
S 26
O 26
N 24
D 24
NI
San Juan del Sur · average high by month
J 29
F 30
M 32
A 32
M 32
J 29
J 29
A 30
S 30
O 29
N 28
D 29
Air quality
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 18 | 26 |
| PM2.5 | 2.9 µg/m³ | 2.6 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 3.1 µg/m³ | 3.7 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 40 µg/m³ | 51 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 2.5 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.1 | 2.7 |
| Local Payment Services | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Startup Scene | 2.1 | 3.0 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 2.9 | 5.4 |
| Green Spaces | 7.6 | 6.2 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.9 | 4.4 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.5 | 5.0 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.6 | 3.5 |
| Weather | 7.1 | 6.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 5.3 | 5.9 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.3 | 4.7 |
| VPN Reliability | 6.3 | 7.1 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cost of Living | 8.4 | 6.8 |
| Currency Stability | 5.1 | 4.9 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.4 | 6.3 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.5 | 6.8 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.2 | 5.9 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.0 | 7.5 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 6.6 | 5.8 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.8 | 7.1 |
| Nightlife | 3.3 | 6.4 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.8 | 8.6 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.2 | 5.3 |
| Nomad Friendly | 2.7 | 7.3 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.3 | 5.3 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 3.2 | 5.7 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 1.0 | 5.0 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.9 | 5.5 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.3 | 5.2 |
| Internet Speed | 4.5 | 6.6 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 6.6 | 7.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 3.3 | 5.2 |
| Food Scene | 4.7 | 6.4 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.2 | 6.2 |
| Yoga Studios | 2.0 | 6.5 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 4.6 | 5.3 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.3 | 8.1 |
| Healthcare Quality | 3.7 | 4.7 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.3 | 0.8 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.2 | 4.0 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.2 | 3.8 |
| Freedom of Speech | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Political Stability | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| Tax Friendliness | 5.7 | 6.6 |
| Visa Ease | 5.7 | 6.9 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 7.3 | 7.1 |
| Cleanliness | 5.8 | 5.6 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.9 | 7.0 |
| Family Friendly | 5.7 | 6.2 |
| Language Barrier | 3.4 | 4.9 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.5 | 7.9 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.1 | 6.0 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| Safety | 6.6 | 5.9 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 2.9 | 4.0 |
| Cycling | 3.3 | 3.8 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 4.1 | 4.6 |
| Public Transit | 3.3 | 2.9 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 1.8 | 1.9 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.2 | 6.0 |
| Walkability | 5.2 | 6.7 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 1.8 | 4.5 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.5 | 4.0 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.3 | 4.6 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.6 | 3.6 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 7.1 | 7.7 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $33 per pair | $45 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $22 per dress | $35 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $68 per pair | $85 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $16 per month | $80 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $4.90 per ticket | $5.97 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $0.95 per cup | $2.99 per cup |
| Beer | $1.23 per pint | $1.76 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.27 per meal | $5.97 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $33 per meal | $45 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $4.90 per meal | $8.42 per meal |
| Apples | $1.23 per kg | $2.85 per kg |
| Bread | $0.54 per loaf | $1.63 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.54 per bottle | $0.95 per bottle |
| Milk | $0.95 per liter | $1.30 per liter |
| Rice | $0.68 per kg | $0.87 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $4.09 per kg | $5.84 per kg |
| Beef | $6.81 per kg | $7.87 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $9.54 per bottle | $12 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $109 per month | $180 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $14 per month | $0.00 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $22 per visit | $40 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $6.81 per purchase | $8.01 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $123 per month | $200 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $150 per month | $498 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $490 per month | $1,154 per month |
| Coworking Space | $95 per month | $149 per month |
| Coliving Space | $272 per month | $652 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $19 per month | $30 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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NI
Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $14 per month | $40 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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| Haircut | $4.09 per visit | $8.15 per visit |
| Laundry | $2.18 per kg | $6.79 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $8.17 per month | $20 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $25 per month | $60 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $4.09 one-time | $10 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $27 per month | $40 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $11 per hour | $15 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $27 per month | $30 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.09 per trip | $1.09 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.33 per km | $1.49 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $16 per month | $30 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $3.27 per trip | $10 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.36 per liter | $1.43 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $11 per month | $25 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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Jinotega
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NI
San Juan del Sur
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $41 per month | $50 per month |