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Weno, Micronesia 🇫🇲
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living; more expensive than many Asian cities due to import reliance but cheaper than major Western cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Limited options; basic apartments affordable but scarcity and import costs raise prices.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Local produce available but many groceries imported, increasing prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Low cost due to small island size; limited public transport but affordable taxis and walking common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues; mostly local bars and community events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership prices relatively high due to limited facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Uses US dollar, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
32%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable; limited infrastructure and satellite-based connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connectivity often unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Very limited options catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; largely unknown destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with pristine beaches and natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but limited waste management infrastructure.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken but local languages prevalent; some communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with community focus; limited schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs low but limited services.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Suitable for minor issues; serious cases require evacuation.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; occasional heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and tropical storms during season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
92%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and coastal areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in public places; common in accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
10%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate stable year-round.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Micronesian culture with traditional events and community focus.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly small bars and social gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and nature excursions available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine with limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited fitness facilities beyond basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and fruits available; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+10; suitable for Asia-Pacific region but less ideal for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Minimal professional networking due to small expat and nomad community.
💻 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 platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash and card mostly.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Small airport with limited flights; connections mainly via Guam or Palau.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town center walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
20%
Weight: 15
Limited inter-island transport; mostly boats and small planes.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Some scooter and bike rentals available but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Coverage exists but can be spotty; 3G/4G available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but internet instability can affect performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
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, favorable for remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally free but small community may limit public dissent.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable government with low crime and political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local presence and documentation; limited banking options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow; not optimized for startups.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful culture; some traditional norms.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Diverse community with tolerance but small population.