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Nanjing, China 🇨🇳
#36 ,

Nomad Score: 58%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
68% Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to other major cities in China, but prices are rising.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can vary significantly depending on the area.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72% Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, while imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80% Weight: 20
Public transport is very affordable and efficient, with a good metro system.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60% Weight: 15
Prices for entertainment options are moderate, with a mix of affordable and expensive venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, but quality can vary.
💱 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 available, though some restrictions on foreign websites.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63% Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces, but still limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are not as abundant.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42% Weight: 100
Nanjing is not a major hub for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50% Weight: 30
Work culture can be demanding, but there are opportunities for leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55% Weight: 15
Urban pollution is an issue, but there are efforts to improve green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
60% Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas can be neglected.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40% Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency can make communication challenging.
💨 Air Quality
45% Weight: 15
Air pollution can be a concern, especially in winter months.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
70% Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are generally good, especially in urban areas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75% Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
70% Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with both public and private options available.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
65% Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons, with hot summers and cold winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60% Weight: 10
Moderate risk for earthquakes and flooding, but generally stable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55% Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but urbanization limits availability.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80% Weight: 15
Common in most buildings, especially during the hot summer months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60% Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winter can be quite cold.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with many historical sites and events.
🌃 Nightlife
55% Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a mix of bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60% Weight: 15
Some natural attractions nearby, but urban sprawl limits access.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Limited language schools, but some opportunities for immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65% Weight: 10
Various local tours available, focusing on history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55% Weight: 10
Some indoor entertainment options, but not extensive.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
75% Weight: 25
Diverse food options, especially local cuisine, at affordable prices.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50% Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60% Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, but quality varies.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, but still limited.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50% Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45% Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40% Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60% Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, but some good options exist.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
50% Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in other cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75% Weight: 10
Widely used mobile payment systems, making transactions easy.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory concerns in the crypto space.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
60% Weight: 30
Decent connectivity, but fewer international flights compared to larger cities.
🚇 Public Transit
80% Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system with extensive coverage.
🚶 Walkability
65% Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban design varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
50% Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is limited, but some bike lanes exist.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75% Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via high-speed trains.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55% Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not widespread.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50% Weight: 20
VPNs can be unreliable due to government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65% Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often slow and unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
40% Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex, with high rates for foreign income.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20% Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech and censorship issues.
🏛️ Political Stability
60% Weight: 20
Generally stable, but subject to government control.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50% Weight: 15
Can be complicated for foreigners, requiring documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45% Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles can make business registration challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.

🌍 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 for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30% Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
75% Weight: 100
Generally safe, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Generally safe for women, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50% Weight: 50
Mixed levels of tolerance, with some areas more welcoming than others.

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