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La SerenaChile · South America

Chile · South America · Population 154,521 · America/Santiago

La Serena in Chile (South America) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1650 incl. rent, an average annual temperature of 15.7°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1650incl. rent · est. range

$1403 – $1980

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-09

Safety index

Data pending (see country-level)

Source: no city-level safety estimate

Climate (10-yr avg)

15.7°C avg/yr

117mm · 3999h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

231Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

8.6µg/m³ PM2.5 · Good

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

See country-level info · verify with officials

Source: Chile snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in La Serena?

La Serena has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1650 including rent (range $1403–$1980), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is La Serena safe?

City-level safety index is pending; country-level reference for Chile is 39.4/100 (Global Peace Index rank #51). Always check the latest official travel advisories.

How can Chinese passport holders enter Chile?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Chile. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in La Serena?

Median fixed broadband download is about 231 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Chile

Chile: GDP per capita ~$17,995 (World Bank), HDI 0.86, Global Peace Index rank #51 (IEP 2024). Open Chile country page →

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