Escuintla

🇬🇹Guatemala•Central America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living30

Safety57

Healthcare49

Career Opportunities36

Climate71

Transport42

Air Quality67

Family Friendliness54.67

Education47

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Escuintla a good place to live?

Escuintla scores 50/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 30/100), moderately safe (safety: 57/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 49/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Escuintla?

Escuintla has a cost of living score of 30/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Escuintla?

Escuintla has a transport score of 42/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Escuintla?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Escuintla are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Escuintla safe for expats?

Escuintla has a safety score of 57/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 67/100.

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