Ubud, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#166
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Nomad Score:
78%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Ubud offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western standards, with low prices for food, transport, and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Accommodation ranges from budget guesthouses to mid-range villas; prices are reasonable but can be higher in tourist hotspots.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are inexpensive; fresh produce and street food are widely available and affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and local transport are very cheap, making daily commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
80%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cultural shows, yoga classes, and tours are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms and fitness centers are available but can be pricier than local averages; yoga studios are more common.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
The Indonesian Rupiah is moderately stable but can be subject to fluctuations influenced by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are generally good in coworking spaces and cafes, with fiber connections available, though occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
86%
Weight: 40
Several well-established coworking spaces cater to digital nomads with good facilities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
90%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work from various locations.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
88%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are tailored to digital nomads, providing power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
93%
Weight: 100
Ubud is a top destination for digital nomads, attracting a large international community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
The relaxed atmosphere and abundance of wellness activities support a healthy work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by nature and rice terraces, though some areas face waste management challenges.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; tourist areas are maintained well but some streets and public areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
71%
Weight: 30
Basic English is widely spoken in tourist and expat areas, but Bahasa Indonesia is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good, but occasional haze from regional forest fires can reduce air quality seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
61%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly activities exist but Ubud is more suited to singles and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
69%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available locally; for advanced care, travel to Denpasar or Jakarta is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical needs require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from Nov to Mar can bring heavy rains.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
52%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active region with risks of earthquakes and volcanic activity; flooding can occur during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
94%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces, rice fields, and forests provide a lush environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
76%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes, but some budget places may lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
31%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
64%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet, though tourist areas can get noisy during peak seasons and festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
95%
Weight: 20
Rich Balinese culture with numerous temples, ceremonies, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
57%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is low-key with a few bars and live music venues, not a party hotspot.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, waterfalls, and scenic landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
64%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia and Balinese culture through classes and community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
90%
Weight: 10
Wide variety of cultural tours, cooking classes, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes, spas, and yoga studios.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options from local warungs to international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
93%
Weight: 10
Ubud is a global yoga hub with numerous studios and retreats.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms are available but not as widespread; more focus on yoga and holistic fitness.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
91%
Weight: 15
Abundant healthy and organic food options, including vegan and vegetarian choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+8, convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
85%
Weight: 25
Active digital nomad community with frequent meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from global online platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
73%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community supported by coworking spaces and networking.
🏢 Coworking Quality
84%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
51%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small and mostly informal compared to major cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are common but international card acceptance can vary.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption among local businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar is about 1.5 hours away with good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly reliant on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Central Ubud is walkable but some areas require motorized transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
72%
Weight: 15
Apps like Gojek and Grab are widely used for scooters and car rides.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but roads can be narrow and traffic mixed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good access to other parts of Bali by bus, shuttle, or private transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
95%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are abundant and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout Ubud and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
79%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well, though occasional government restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
73%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
77%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in cafes and some public spaces but not widespread outdoors.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; longer stays require visa runs or special visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
Indonesia has complex tax regulations; digital nomads need to be cautious about residency rules.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
67%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some restrictions on political expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional localized protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
59%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures and regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
60%
Weight: 35
Indonesia is in the process of introducing digital nomad visas, but as of May 2025, options remain limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
89%
Weight: 50
Ubud is highly welcoming to digital nomads with supportive infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
83%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups, workshops, and social events for nomads are common.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
87%
Weight: 20
Strong online presence with active Facebook groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and nomads; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers, though cultural norms should be respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
74%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners, though occasional cultural misunderstandings may occur.