Map Of El Salvador

Where Is El Salvador Located?

Lief Simon is the managing editor of Global Property Advisor, Simon Letter, and Offshore Living Letter. He has purchased more than 45 properties, investing in 23 different countries around the world.

Cathedral And Presidential Palace in El Salvador. map of el salvador — AdobeStock/David Durán

Looking at a map of El Salvador, this Central American country has Hondurasto its northeast,Guatemalato its northwest, and the Pacific Ocean along its south.

Above all, El Salvador is the only country in Central America without a Caribbean coastline, but that’s no reason to despair.

It’s not on our list of top overseas havens yet. But, this is a country on the rise with good fundamentals.

The country is small (you can cross it in four hours), so the beach is 30 minutes away from San Salvador.

Direct flights from several U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, Washington D.C., New York City, Houston, and Dallas land daily in San Salvador International Airport.

Flight times rarely exceed five hours, making El Salvador a great retirement destination if you plan on returning to the States frequently.

Map Of El Salvador

El Salvador enjoys a tropical climate, with a dry season from November to April and a rainy season from May to October.

During the rainy season, tropical downpours are regular, but from November to April, you are guaranteed sunshine every day.

Temperatures hover between 64°F and 90°F, with lower temperatures in mountainous regions.

The climate is perfect for getting out into the great outdoors and enjoying all that El Salvador offers.

In the money department, El Salvador’s official currency is the U. S. dollar. And, the economy is sound, and tax rates are reasonable.

El Salvador - FAQs

Does El Salvador Have Private Health Clinics?

Private health care clinics in El Salvador are concentrated in urban areas. The private clinics provide outstanding care and are equipped with modern technology. Also, doctors are highly trained in all disciplines and speak English.