Colon

🇵🇦Panama•Central America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living59

Safety73

Healthcare70

Career Opportunities61

Climate58

Transport65

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness71.33

Education64

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 Colon a good place to live?

Colon scores 65/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 59/100), very safe (safety: 73/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 70/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Colon?

Colon has a cost of living score of 59/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Colon?

Colon has a transport score of 65/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Colon?

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

▸Is Colon safe for expats?

Colon has a safety score of 73/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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