Bandung, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#171
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Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
83%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options ranging from budget apartments to mid-range condos; prices vary by neighborhood.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and diverse options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services like Gojek and Grab are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
80%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cinemas, cafes, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced; some premium gyms are more expensive but basic facilities are affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; fiber connections available but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Bandung catering to digital nomads and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
86%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes with free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes provide comfortable seating and power outlets, suitable for working.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
60%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Bali or Jakarta; community is smaller but welcoming.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure activities and a slower pace than bigger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; better than Jakarta but affected by traffic and some industrial areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; cleanliness varies by neighborhood.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Bahasa Indonesia is dominant; English is spoken in tourist and business areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor during dry season due to haze and traffic pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Good private hospitals and clinics available; public healthcare is basic.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards, especially in private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor and moderate health issues; serious cases may require travel to Jakarta.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from November to March.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and volcanic activity; flooding can occur during heavy rains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural attractions; city is surrounded by hills and tea plantations.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations, cafes, and coworking spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich Sundanese culture with traditional arts, music, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and live music; less vibrant than Jakarta or Bali.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains, tea plantations, and waterfalls; good for hiking and nature trips.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Basic Bahasa Indonesia classes available; limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours, culinary experiences, and nature excursions are accessible.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cafes provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; fewer specialized facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia; less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and digital nomad community but still limited compared to major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelance platforms accessible; local freelance community is emerging.
🏢 Coworking Quality
72%
Weight: 30
Good facilities with reliable WiFi and comfortable workspaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Emerging tech and startup scene with some incubators and events.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps like OVO and GoPay widely used and convenient.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Husein Sastranegara Airport offers domestic flights; international connections require Jakarta transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly angkot minibuses and buses.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is inconsistent and sidewalks are often narrow.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
87%
Weight: 15
Gojek and Grab are widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic can be challenging for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to nearby cities and tourist spots.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
82%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional throttling but mostly reliable.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can occur during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited; mostly available in cafes and coworking spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; longer stays require visa runs or social visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; foreign income taxation can be unclear for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions on sensitive topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic environment with occasional local protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners without residency; requires significant documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but lacks formal nomad programs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events; community still developing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Some Facebook groups and forums but smaller than major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture but some conservative social norms; women should exercise normal precautions.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society; occasional ethnic tensions but rare in urban Bandung.