💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to major Chinese cities like Beijing or Shanghai, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to increasing demand; affordable options exist outside city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very affordable options; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient; taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
67%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are reasonably priced but less diverse than in tier-1 cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Mid-range gym memberships cost moderately; premium gyms are more expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Chinese Yuan is relatively stable but subject to government controls and international trade tensions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good average speeds in urban areas, but international access can be slower due to Great Firewall.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
68%
Weight: 40
Growing number of coworking spaces, though less abundant than in larger Chinese cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
63%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread; power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads due to visa restrictions and language barriers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture can be demanding, but lifestyle in Xiamen is more relaxed than bigger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Better air quality than many Chinese cities, but occasional pollution spikes occur.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with regular maintenance, especially in tourist areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken; Mandarin is essential for daily life and work.
💨 Air Quality
61%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution levels; better than northern industrial cities but still variable.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Good quality hospitals and clinics, especially private ones, but variable standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable compared to Western countries, especially public services.
🏥 Healthcare
74%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a mix of public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with mild winters and warm summers; generally pleasant and sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Some risk of typhoons during summer and early autumn; generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Several parks and coastal green areas available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in homes, offices, and public transport.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes; distinct but not extreme seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with a blend of traditional Fujianese and modern influences.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to major Chinese cities; more relaxed atmosphere.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with beaches, hiking trails, and scenic islands nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Mandarin locally, but few formal language schools targeting foreigners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, food experiences, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and malls available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with fresh seafood and Fujian specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; fitness centers may offer limited classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; less variety than bigger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and seafood widely available; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
China Standard Time (UTC+8) is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
59%
Weight: 25
Limited expat and digital nomad networking events; some local business meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
43%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and less visible compared to global hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with basic amenities; not as modern or numerous as tier-1 cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still small compared to Shenzhen or Beijing.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat Pay; convenient for daily transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Strict government regulations limit crypto use and blockchain startups.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport offers good domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
74%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and metro system covering most of the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Didi and other ride-hailing apps widely used and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and rental services available but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
High-speed rail and buses connect Xiamen to other major cities efficiently.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Bike-sharing services are present but scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
35%
Weight: 20
VPN use is restricted and can be unreliable due to government censorship.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
82%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas but often slow and insecure.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
28%
Weight: 40
China has strict visa policies with limited options for long-term digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Significant restrictions on speech and internet freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable government but with strict controls on dissent.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and language barriers.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and visa options reduce overall friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Xiamen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but cultural differences and language barriers exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; foreigners may experience occasional discrimination.