Weno, Micronesia 🇫🇲
#1698
,
Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to many urban centers, but imported goods can increase costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Limited options with modest pricing; basic housing is affordable but modern apartments are scarce.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local produce is affordable, but imported groceries and dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Low-cost local transport mainly via walking or small boats; limited public transit.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; most activities are nature-based and low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
80%
Weight: 30
Uses US dollar, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
35%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; remote work mostly done from accommodations or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
15%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; largely unknown as a nomad destination.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Pristine natural environment with clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but infrastructure limitations affect some areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken but some local languages may pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious conditions require travel abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but services are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor issues only.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and tropical storms during certain seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; consistently tropical climate.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich indigenous Micronesian culture with unique traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly low-key social gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent for outdoor activities like snorkeling, hiking, and beach exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but limited infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly community events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is fresh and unique but limited variety and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness centers or sports facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and tropical fruits widely available; processed foods less common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC+10; moderate overlap with Asia-Pacific but less convenient for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Negligible startup activity or tech ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low awareness and adoption of blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Weno has a small airport with limited flights, mostly regional connections.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport mainly by walking or private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows for walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited bike lanes and infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
20%
Weight: 15
Inter-island travel mainly by boat; limited frequency and comfort.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent on main island but spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
50%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet speed limits performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; infrastructure improving but still inconsistent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
No income tax in Micronesia, favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some cultural sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking services are limited; opening accounts can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are slow and not fully digitized.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Weno digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and generally safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but traditional cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.