Causeway Bay, Hong Kong 🇭🇰
#1740
22.38333, 114.18333
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
25%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities in the world, particularly for housing and dining.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, especially for small apartments in desirable areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Dining out can be expensive, but local markets offer affordable grocery options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and relatively affordable, with a well-connected MTR system.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
37%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options can be pricey, especially nightlife and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, but premium gyms can be quite expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Hong Kong dollar is stable, backed by a strong economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
Very high internet speeds available, with widespread fiber-optic coverage.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
83%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces catering to digital nomads, with various options available.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
87%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
85%
Weight: 30
A good selection of cafes that cater specifically to remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
60%
Weight: 100
Growing community of digital nomads, but still not as established as other cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
45%
Weight: 30
High work culture pressure can affect work-life balance negatively.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with some green spaces, but pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city, with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but Cantonese is the primary language.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially during certain weather conditions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive, especially for private services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild winters and warm summers, though humidity can be high.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Risk of typhoons and occasional flooding, but generally manageable.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces, but some parks and nature reserves are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common and necessary during the hot months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and humid.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with a mix of Eastern and Western influences.
🌃 Nightlife
80%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Some opportunities for outdoor activities, especially hiking in nearby areas.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes, but local interactions can provide learning opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Diverse local experiences and tours available, showcasing the city's history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Various indoor activities available, including museums and shopping centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene, with options ranging from street food to fine dining.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, but still limited compared to other cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
75%
Weight: 25
Growing networking opportunities for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate remote job opportunities, particularly in finance and tech sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Developing freelance ecosystem, but still not as robust as in other major cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
80%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with increasing support for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely used local payment services, including Octopus card for transport and shopping.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, with some local startups in the space.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
90%
Weight: 30
Hong Kong International Airport is a major hub with extensive global connections.
🚇 Public Transit
95%
Weight: 20
Highly efficient and reliable public transit system, including MTR, buses, and ferries.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Many areas are walkable, though some parts can be hilly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, though traditional taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure, making it less favorable for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
85%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options, including trains and ferries to nearby regions.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals in the city.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services, though some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not as widespread as in other cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex, but options exist for long-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
75%
Weight: 30
Low tax rates make it favorable for expatriates and digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with increasing restrictions in recent years.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Political situation is complex, with ongoing tensions affecting stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can involve bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options are limited for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but not as established as other major hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Occasional events and meetups for digital nomads, but not very frequent.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
65%
Weight: 20
Growing online community presence, with forums and social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Relatively female-friendly environment, though some cultural nuances exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; experiences may vary based on individual circumstances.