Surabaya, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#170
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Surabaya offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Affordable apartments and guesthouses are widely available, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide very cheap and diverse food options; groceries are affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though high-end gyms are less common.
💱 Currency Stability
61%
Weight: 30
The Indonesian Rupiah experiences moderate fluctuations but is generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber-optic available but not ubiquitous.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
68%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in Jakarta or Bali.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Surabaya is less popular among digital nomads compared to Bali or Jakarta.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle with good opportunities for work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and traffic impact environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Basic English is common in business and hospitality, but Bahasa Indonesia dominates.
💨 Air Quality
49%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be an issue, especially during dry seasons and traffic congestion.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities available, but not as advanced as in Jakarta or Bali.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Basic to moderate healthcare services accessible; serious cases may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from Nov to Mar.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
56%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and earthquakes; no major volcanic threat nearby.
🏞️ Green Spaces
52%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; some parks but urbanized environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
83%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons only.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Javanese culture with historical sites and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with bars and cafes; less vibrant than Bali or Jakarta.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Limited natural attractions within city; nearby beaches and mountains require travel.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia are available but not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local experiences available but less tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
64%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
86%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many affordable options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
51%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios compared to Bali; limited but growing.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; growing startup community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but not yet mature.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities than larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
61%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem, mainly in tech and creative sectors.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps like GoPay and OVO are widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with growing interest in crypto trading and blockchain startups.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
72%
Weight: 30
Juanda International Airport offers good domestic and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly buses and angkot minivans.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
Walkability is moderate; sidewalks exist but traffic and infrastructure can be challenging.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
81%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab are widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; traffic and road conditions are challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good connectivity by train, bus, and flights to other Indonesian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
78%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable for short-distance travel.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G rollout is ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
79%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably despite some government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
71%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is easy; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
73%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and residency requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Bureaucracy can be slow and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
42%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; standard tourist or business visas apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to Bali.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Surabaya digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with diverse ethnic groups.