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Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Jakarta offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Accommodation ranges from budget to mid-range prices; central areas are pricier but still affordable compared to global standards.
🍎 Food & Groceries
87%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are inexpensive and diverse, with many affordable street food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
89%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services are cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, though some international venues can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many budget gyms and some premium options.
💱 Currency Stability
53%
Weight: 30
The Indonesian Rupiah can be volatile due to economic and political factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving with fiber availability, but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Jakarta has a growing number of coworking spaces catering to digital nomads and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
77%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are known for being digital nomad-friendly with good seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Jakarta is gaining popularity but is less established than Bali or other Southeast Asian hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
95%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are cheap, easy to buy, and widely available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Busy city life can be hectic, but flexible work culture and leisure options help balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
34%
Weight: 15
Air pollution and traffic congestion negatively impact environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
41%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered and less well-maintained compared to Western cities.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
English is moderately spoken in business and tourist areas, but Bahasa Indonesia is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
30%
Weight: 15
Jakarta suffers from poor air quality due to pollution and traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; better suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Private hospitals offer good quality care, though public healthcare is less reliable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally affordable, especially in private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare options exist, but quality varies widely.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional earthquakes; not as high as other Indonesian regions.
🏞️ Green Spaces
43%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in the city; parks exist but are small and crowded.
❄️ Air Conditioning
90%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is widely available in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
12%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
32%
Weight: 10
High noise levels due to traffic and urban density.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse traditions and vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, though less tourist-focused than Bali.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within the city; nature excursions require travel.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
72%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and informal opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of cultural tours and local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
73%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and entertainment centers provide indoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
91%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene with local and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though less abundant than in Bali.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
72%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and digital nomad community with regular events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
70%
Weight: 15
Jakarta is Indonesia's startup hub with increasing investment and innovation.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of e-wallets and mobile payment apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
65%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption, but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
83%
Weight: 30
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport offers many international and domestic flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited MRT and bus rapid transit; traffic congestion remains a challenge.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are often narrow or obstructed; walking is not always safe or comfortable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab are widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and traffic can be hazardous.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good domestic flight connectivity; limited high-speed rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
82%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals are increasingly available in urban areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout is ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well, though occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent in central Jakarta but can occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax regulations can be complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is improving but still involves significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
35%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; standard tourist or business visas used.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Jakarta is becoming more nomad-friendly but lacks some infrastructure compared to Bali.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
65%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and networking events exist but are smaller than in other hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
70%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for digital nomads in Jakarta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for female travelers but cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Jakarta is diverse and relatively tolerant, though occasional discrimination occurs.