At a glance
 PE
Iquitos
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 PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Panama |
| Nomad score | 5.1 / 10 | 5.1 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,682 / mo | $3,580 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 31° / 24°C | 28° / 27°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 44 Good | 26 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30.2°C | 28.4°C |
| Average low | 23.6°C | 25.8°C |
| Precipitation | 247 mm / mo | 252 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 272 h / mo | 283 h / mo |
| Humidity | 87% | 82% |
| Rain days | 23.1 / mo | 19.9 / mo |
| Wind speed | 9.2 km/h | 24 km/h |
PE
Iquitos · average high by month
J 30
F 30
M 30
A 30
M 29
J 29
J 29
A 30
S 32
O 32
N 31
D 31
PA
Contadora Island · average high by month
J 29
F 29
M 29
A 29
M 29
J 28
J 28
A 28
S 28
O 28
N 28
D 29
Air quality
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 44 | 26 |
| PM2.5 | 6.4 µg/m³ | 3.5 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 6.5 µg/m³ | 3.6 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 32 µg/m³ | 94 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 10.7 | 8.4 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 2.3 | 2.1 |
| Local Payment Services | 4.1 | 3.8 |
| Startup Scene | 2.6 | 1.6 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 5.7 | 6.1 |
| Green Spaces | 7.6 | 7.5 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 6.2 | 6.5 |
| Noise Pollution | 4.5 | 7.8 |
| Seasonal Variety | 2.5 | 3.4 |
| Weather | 4.2 | 6.8 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 5.9 | 5.7 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.4 | 3.1 |
| VPN Reliability | 6.5 | 6.4 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 8.3 | 4.3 |
| Cost of Living | 8.2 | 5.1 |
| Currency Stability | 5.3 | 9.2 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.7 | 5.2 |
| Food & Groceries | 8.5 | 4.2 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.4 | 3.6 |
| Transportation Cost | 8.1 | 4.9 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.5 | 4.3 |
| Indoors Fun | 4.2 | 3.3 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.6 | 3.4 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 8.7 | 6.1 |
| Nightlife | 6.0 | 3.0 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.1 | 8.6 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Nomad Friendly | 4.2 | 3.5 |
| Online Community Presence | 2.6 | 1.0 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 4.0 | 2.8 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 2.6 | 0.9 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 2.9 | 1.7 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.4 | 1.8 |
| Internet Speed | 4.8 | 5.2 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 6.8 | 5.9 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 4.0 | 3.6 |
| Food Scene | 6.2 | 5.2 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.0 | 4.8 |
| Yoga Studios | 2.8 | 2.9 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.4 | 6.3 |
| Healthcare Quality | 3.6 | 3.3 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 1.4 | 7.4 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.1 | 5.2 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.6 | 4.3 |
| Freedom of Speech | 5.7 | 7.3 |
| Political Stability | 4.3 | 7.7 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.5 | 8.1 |
| Visa Ease | 6.3 | 7.2 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 5.7 | 9.1 |
| Cleanliness | 4.6 | 7.5 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.7 | 8.6 |
| Family Friendly | 4.9 | 6.7 |
| Language Barrier | 4.2 | 5.8 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.3 | 8.1 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 5.2 | 8.2 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.2 | 7.8 |
| Safety | 5.1 | 8.7 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 5.7 | 3.6 |
| Cycling | 3.0 | 3.5 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 3.6 | 3.1 |
| Public Transit | 3.7 | 1.0 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 2.2 | 0.7 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.6 | 3.8 |
| Walkability | 5.2 | 6.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 2.9 | 1.7 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.9 | 2.5 |
| Networking Opportunities | 3.0 | 2.4 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.7 | 2.6 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.5 | 7.1 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $43 per pair | $60 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $32 per dress | $40 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $92 per pair | $100 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $72 per month | $50 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $6.35 per ticket | $7.00 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.74 per cup | $2.50 per cup |
| Beer | $2.31 per pint | $2.00 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $4.33 per meal | $12 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $35 per meal | $50 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $8.08 per meal | $7.00 per meal |
| Apples | $2.60 per kg | $2.50 per kg |
| Bread | $2.16 per loaf | $2.00 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $1.01 per bottle | $1.50 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.67 per liter | $1.80 per liter |
| Rice | $1.30 per kg | $1.50 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $6.35 per kg | $6.00 per kg |
| Beef | $9.81 per kg | $12 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $13 per bottle | $12 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $188 per month | $250 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $14 per month | $10 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $35 per visit | $50 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $7.21 per purchase | $10 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $216 per month | $500 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $317 per month | $650 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $808 per month | $1,200 per month |
| Coworking Space | $130 per month | $200 per month |
| Coliving Space | $548 per month | $800 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $20 per month | $30 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $29 per month | $20 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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| Haircut | $12 per visit | $15 per visit |
| Laundry | $2.31 per kg | $8.00 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $13 per month | $20 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $38 per month | $45 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $7.21 one-time | $5.00 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $35 per month | $40 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $19 per hour | $15 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $52 per month | $20 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.15 per trip | $3.00 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.87 per km | $1.50 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $25 per month | $45 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $3.46 per trip | $8.00 per trip |
| Gasoline | $5.34 per liter | $1.20 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $17 per month | $25 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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PE
Iquitos
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PA
Contadora Island
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $43 per month | $100 per month |