Best cities for digital nomads in the Americas

Where remote work actually works in the Americas: fast internet, an established expat and nomad scene, liveable weather, and a monthly budget that leaves room to save.

Methodology: Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data.

  1. 1. Cancún, Mexico

    Internet 85/100 · Expat scene 88/100 · $1,380/mo

    Internet 85/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $1,380/mo all-in.

  2. 2. Cuenca, Ecuador

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 88/100 · $970/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $970/mo all-in.

  3. 3. Cabarete, Dominican Republic

    Internet 82/100 · Expat scene 88/100 · $1,330/mo

    Internet 82/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $1,330/mo all-in.

  4. 4. Boquete, Panama

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 88/100 · $1,350/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $1,350/mo all-in.

  5. 5. Panajachel, Guatemala

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 78/100 · $740/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 78/100 expat scene on roughly $740/mo all-in.

  6. 6. Tamarindo, Costa Rica

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 88/100 · $1,540/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $1,540/mo all-in.

  7. 7. El Tunco, El Salvador

    Internet 80/100 · Expat scene 80/100 · $1,230/mo

    Internet 80/100 and a 80/100 expat scene on roughly $1,230/mo all-in.

  8. 8. San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 78/100 · $830/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 78/100 expat scene on roughly $830/mo all-in.

  9. 9. Mendoza, Argentina

    Internet 75/100 · Expat scene 75/100 · $950/mo

    Internet 75/100 and a 75/100 expat scene on roughly $950/mo all-in.

  10. 10. San José, Costa Rica

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 86/100 · $1,450/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 86/100 expat scene on roughly $1,450/mo all-in.

  11. 11. Punta del Este, Uruguay

    Internet 92/100 · Expat scene 80/100 · $1,980/mo

    Internet 92/100 and a 80/100 expat scene on roughly $1,980/mo all-in.

  12. 12. Guadalajara, Mexico

    Internet 74/100 · Expat scene 80/100 · $1,100/mo

    Internet 74/100 and a 80/100 expat scene on roughly $1,100/mo all-in.

Frequently asked questions

Best cities for digital nomads in the Americas — which city is #1?

Cancún, Mexico tops this list. Internet 85/100 and a 88/100 expat scene on roughly $1,380/mo all-in. Cuenca and Cabarete round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data. 68 catalog cities in the Americas qualified for this list; the top 12 are shown. Scores are catalog averages, not personalised — Jonzy re-ranks every city for your own income, passport and lifestyle when you sign in.

How much does it cost to live in the top city in the Americas?

Cancún runs about $1,380/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the Cancún city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.