Happy Valley, Hong Kong 🇭🇰
#1968
22.278218, 114.18396
Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
High cost of living compared to many other cities, especially in housing and dining.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, particularly in desirable areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Diverse food options available, but dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and relatively affordable, but taxis can be expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
41%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful, but costs can add up quickly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate gym membership fees, with a variety of options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Hong Kong dollar is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with widespread availability of high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
87%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces catering to digital nomads, with various amenities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
A good selection of cafes that welcome remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
65%
Weight: 100
Growing community of digital nomads, but not as established as in other cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work culture can be demanding, impacting work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Urban environment with limited green spaces and pollution issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, but some areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but Cantonese is the primary language.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially during certain seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
88%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
55%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive, especially for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
84%
Weight: 20
Well-developed healthcare system with good access to services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild winters and hot summers, with a fair amount of sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Risk of typhoons and flooding, but infrastructure is generally resilient.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in the urban environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common and necessary during the hot months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Some seasonal changes, but not as pronounced as in temperate climates.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with a blend of Eastern and Western influences.
🌃 Nightlife
80%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife scene with numerous bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Access to hiking trails and parks, but limited compared to other regions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Cantonese and Mandarin, but less emphasis on English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Variety of local tours and experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Many indoor activities, including shopping and entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene, known for its culinary offerings.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, but not as widespread as in other cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing number of healthy food options, but still limited in some areas.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
75%
Weight: 25
Active networking scene with various events and meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still competitive.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is possible, but not as developed as in other cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
85%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with excellent amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
70%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with increasing support for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
65%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, but regulatory challenges exist.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
90%
Weight: 30
Excellent international airport connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
85%
Weight: 20
Highly efficient public transit system with extensive coverage.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Many areas are walkable, but some neighborhoods are less pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure, making it less favorable for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
80%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via train and bus.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some availability of rentals, but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ 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 widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
Low tax rates, but some complexities for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech compared to many Western countries.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Political climate is stable but can be tense.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively easy, with a supportive environment.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, making it challenging for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately nomad-friendly with growing resources and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
65%
Weight: 25
Increasing number of events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Active online communities for digital nomads, but still developing.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but experiences may vary.