Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#167
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Jakarta is relatively affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses, though more expensive than smaller Indonesian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Mid-range apartments and shared accommodations are affordable, but premium areas and expat neighborhoods can be pricey.
🍎 Food & Groceries
87%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are very affordable; international products cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 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 imported or luxury venues can be costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with many budget and mid-range options.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
The Indonesian Rupiah experiences moderate fluctuations, with occasional volatility influenced by global markets.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; fiber connections improving but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Jakarta has a growing number of coworking spaces catering to digital nomads and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
76%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are popular among digital nomads, providing power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
64%
Weight: 100
Jakarta is less popular than Bali but gaining traction among digital nomads seeking urban life.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
62%
Weight: 30
Busy city lifestyle can be hectic; work-life balance depends on personal habits and location.
🌳 Environmental Quality
31%
Weight: 15
Air pollution and traffic congestion negatively impact environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
40%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; cleanliness varies widely by neighborhood.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
Bahasa Indonesia is dominant; English is spoken in business and tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
28%
Weight: 15
Jakarta often experiences poor air quality due to pollution and traffic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
63%
Weight: 20
Private hospitals offer good quality care; public healthcare is less reliable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western standards, especially in private clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure with some high-quality private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
77%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional earthquakes; no major volcanic threat in the city.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited green areas in the city; some parks exist but are small and crowded.
❄️ Air Conditioning
89%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is widely available in homes, offices, and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse traditions and vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, though less tourist-focused than Bali.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within the city; nature excursions require travel outside Jakarta.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
73%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and informal opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Urban tours and cultural experiences available; less nature-based tours in the city.
🎳 Indoors Fun
74%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and entertainment complexes offer indoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene with local street food and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in Bali.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are common, with a range of options from budget to premium.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 time zone is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
72%
Weight: 25
Active startup and expat communities provide networking events and meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing infrastructure and platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
Many coworking spaces offer modern facilities and good environments.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
70%
Weight: 15
Jakarta is Indonesia's startup hub with increasing investment and innovation.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps and e-wallets are widely used and accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
64%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption, though regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
81%
Weight: 30
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport offers numerous international and domestic flights.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Improving MRT and bus systems, but traffic congestion remains a major issue.
🚶 Walkability
43%
Weight: 20
Limited pedestrian infrastructure; walking can be challenging in many areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
90%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab are ubiquitous and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and traffic conditions make it unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good connectivity via buses, trains, and flights to other Indonesian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
76%
Weight: 10
Motorbike rentals are common and affordable; bike rentals less so.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout underway.
🔒 VPN Reliability
79%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well, though some occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent in central areas but can happen in outskirts.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in malls and cafes but often slow and insecure.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system 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 on sensitive topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
71%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
59%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts as a foreigner requires documentation and can be time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
63%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; tourists must rely on standard visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Jakarta is becoming more nomad-friendly but lacks some dedicated infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
62%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events exist but are less frequent than in Bali or Chiang Mai.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
69%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for digital nomads in Jakarta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
64%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is relatively low.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women but cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Jakarta is diverse and relatively tolerant, though occasional discrimination occurs.