Kosrae, Micronesia 🇫🇲
#1773
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to urban centers, but higher than many Southeast Asian cities due to import reliance.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate pricing; fewer rental choices increase costs slightly.
🍎 Food & Groceries
48%
Weight: 40
High dependency on imported goods raises grocery prices; local produce is limited.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Low transportation costs within the island due to small size; limited public transit options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; most activities are nature-based and low cost but options are few.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
25%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership costs are relatively high due to scarcity.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Uses US dollar, providing strong currency stability and ease of transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
37%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
21%
Weight: 30
Very limited cafes with WiFi; connectivity often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence due to remoteness and infrastructure limitations.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Peaceful environment and slow pace promote excellent work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, though limited waste management infrastructure.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, but some local languages may pose minor challenges.
💨 Air Quality
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; serious cases require evacuation.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but limited services reduce overall value.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure; suitable only for minor ailments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to typhoons and tropical storms, though less frequent than other Pacific islands.
🏞️ Green Spaces
99%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and untouched forests.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of air conditioning in accommodations and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
12%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich Micronesian culture with traditional customs and community events.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, snorkeling, and exploring pristine nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
38%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some chance to learn local languages informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but limited in variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly community gatherings.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
43%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with limited variety; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal sessions.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
22%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities beyond basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available but limited variety and organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
UTC+11 time zone is challenging for coordination with Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
8%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; remote work depends on external clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Very small freelance community; limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
2%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Basic banking available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal awareness or adoption of blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
27%
Weight: 30
Small airport with limited flights; connections mostly via Guam or Pohnpei.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Small island size allows for walking in some areas but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited bike lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
10%
Weight: 15
No intercity travel options; island is small and isolated.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter and bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage available island-wide but data speeds are slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but connection speed and stability issues exist.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Power outages occur occasionally due to infrastructure limitations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward entry.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No local income tax but US tax obligations may apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking processes can be bureaucratic and require local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
12%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Kosrae.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Community is generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.