Dalian, China 🇨🇳
Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other major Chinese cities, but higher than smaller cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can be high in popular areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Affordable local cuisine and groceries, with a variety of options available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient, with a good metro system.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for entertainment options, with some higher-end venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, but vary by location and facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Chinese Yuan is relatively stable, but subject to government control.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
75%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds, though some restrictions on foreign websites may apply.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces, but still fewer than in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Dalian is not a major hub for digital nomads, but there is a small community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, but can vary by industry.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some pollution issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, though some areas may be less well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency can make communication challenging.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality can fluctuate, with pollution levels varying throughout the year.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are generally good, especially in urban areas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
73%
Weight: 20
Overall quality of care is good, particularly for minor treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Mild winters and warm summers, but can be rainy in the fall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk for typhoons, but generally safe from major disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Most buildings are equipped with air conditioning, especially in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons, but limited seasonal activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and events.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with some bars and clubs, but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Access to coastal areas and parks, good for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools, but some opportunities for learning Mandarin.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly shopping and dining.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, especially seafood, with a growing culinary scene.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, but may vary in quality.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, but still limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may not be favorable for all remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Some networking events, but not as frequent as in larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities compared to larger urban centers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is less common, with fewer platforms available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, but some are quite good.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in major cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widely used mobile payment services like WeChat Pay and Alipay.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity with domestic flights, but fewer international options.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Efficient public transit system, including buses and metro.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require public transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing services available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is limited, but some areas are bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via trains and buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary for accessing certain websites, but reliability can vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, but can be complicated for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech and censorship of media.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment, but with strict government control.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available, making it difficult for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Dalian.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms may vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Mixed levels of tolerance, with some foreigners experiencing challenges.