Oaxaca Scores

  • Air quality: The air is considered to be very clean. A favorable climate, no sources of dust.
  • Freedom of speech: There is no formal freedom of speech. Any negative information in the media is prohibited. Foreign radio programs are jammed.

  • Level of happiness: More people satisfied with their daily activities and lives.

  • Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is very open, calm and friendly.

  • Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Oaxaca is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.

  • Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Oaxaca.
  • Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Oaxaca has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
  • LGBTQ friendly: It has been established that the majority of Oaxaca citizens have an excellent attitude towards the LGBT community.

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  • Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1300.
  • Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.

  • Walkability: The area of Oaxaca is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.

  • Female friendly: Despite the fact that women have equal rights with men and the attitude towards them is liberal, in some areas there are still many prohibitions against them. Decisions in the family are usually made by men, the influence of women in the family is very great.

  • Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • Safety: In general, the situation in Oaxaca is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
  • Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.

  • Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.

  • English: It will not be easy to communicate directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.

  • Healthcare: The average level of medical care is sufficient. In some clinics, there is a lack of modern equipment and personnel.

  • Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.