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Bandung, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#171
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Nomad Score:
72%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options available, especially for long-term stays; good variety from shared rooms to private apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and diverse options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services like Gojek and Grab are very affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Cinema, cultural events, and nightlife are inexpensive but options are somewhat limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality varies; boutique fitness studios are pricier.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah experiences moderate fluctuations but generally stable for short-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber available in central areas but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in central Bandung catering to digital nomads and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
68%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Bali or Jakarta; community is smaller but welcoming.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure activities and slower pace than bigger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be an issue due to traffic and industry; some green initiatives ongoing.
🧼 Cleanliness
59%
Weight: 10
Public areas vary; some parts are clean but litter and waste management remain challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Bahasa Indonesia is dominant; English spoken in tourist and coworking areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate to poor air quality during dry season and traffic congestion periods.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and international schools; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
64%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is adequate; international clinics available but limited compared to Jakarta.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable, even in private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from Nov to Mar.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and occasional flooding; no major recent disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural attractions; urban greenery is moderate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes but not universal; tropical climate makes it desirable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons only.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Traffic and street noise common, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Sundanese culture with vibrant arts, music, and traditional crafts.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Smaller nightlife scene compared to Jakarta or Bali; mostly bars and casual venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains, tea plantations, and waterfalls; good for hiking and day trips.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia and Sundanese through local classes and immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
77%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural tours, culinary experiences, and nature excursions available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Malls, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many affordable street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; more options in nearby cities like Jakarta or Bali.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; limited variety of specialized classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and digital nomad community but smaller scale than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance scene with some platforms and local support groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good facilities with reliable WiFi and comfortable spaces; some variation in quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
63%
Weight: 15
Small but active startup community with occasional events and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments like OVO and GoPay widely accepted; cash still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious; adoption mainly among tech-savvy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Husein Sastranegara Airport connects to major Indonesian cities; international flights limited.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly angkot minibuses and buses with inconsistent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but sidewalks can be uneven and traffic heavy.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Gojek and Grab widely available and affordable for scooters and cars.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and road conditions can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
73%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to Jakarta and other cities; affordable and frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
84%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable; popular among locals and tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout in progress but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable; occasional throttling reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in malls and cafes but often slow and insecure.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities; extensions possible but bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some restrictions on sensitive topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
71%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with peaceful governance.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation requirements and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
59%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and time-consuming; some improvements ongoing.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa yet; standard tourist or business visas used.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing infrastructure but lacks some formal nomad support.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
57%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events but not very frequent or large scale.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
64%
Weight: 20
Active but small online groups focused on Bandung digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
73%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; cultural norms require some caution in certain areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; diverse population but occasional cultural misunderstandings.