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Yogyakarta, Indonesia ๐ฎ๐ฉ
#168
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Nomad Score:
71%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
๐ Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Cheap rental options available, especially for long-term stays in guesthouses or apartments.
๐ Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are inexpensive and widely available, with many street food options.
๐ Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Low-cost public transport and affordable scooter rentals make getting around cheap.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cinemas and cultural shows are affordable but somewhat limited.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but prices vary; generally cheaper than Western countries but not the lowest.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah can be volatile, influenced by regional and global economic factors.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps in urban areas; stable but can be inconsistent in some spots.
๐ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in bigger Indonesian cities like Jakarta or Bali.
โ Cafes with WiFi
81%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular among students and digital nomads.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and decent internet.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Less popular than Bali but gaining traction among budget-conscious nomads.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data packages.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure activities and a slower pace of life.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; surrounding rural areas have better air and water quality.
๐งผ Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, others suffer from litter and waste issues.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Bahasa Indonesia is primary; English is spoken in tourist and expat areas but limited elsewhere.
๐จ Air Quality
61%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be affected by seasonal haze and traffic pollution.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
58%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for singles or couples.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for advanced care, travel to bigger cities is recommended.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western standards.
๐ฅ Healthcare
68%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to Jakarta or abroad.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from November to March.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and volcanic activity; flooding can occur during rainy season.
๐๏ธ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural attractions, though urban green space is limited.
โ๏ธ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and cafes, essential due to tropical heat.
๐ Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
๐ Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Urban noise from traffic and street vendors can be noticeable, especially at night.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
90%
Weight: 20
Rich Javanese culture with numerous temples, arts, and traditional performances.
๐ Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife scene focused on bars and live music; less vibrant than larger cities.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains, beaches, and cultural sites; great for hiking and exploring.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
73%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, batik workshops, and traditional craft experiences.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and malls available.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many affordable street food options.
๐ง Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios compared to Bali; some options available for beginners and intermediate.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy and vegetarian options, though traditional diet is carb-heavy.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less ideal for Europe or Americas.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community but still small compared to major hubs.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most nomads work for foreign companies.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is developing but not yet mature.
๐ข Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer basic amenities; some modern facilities but fewer high-end options.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Small startup ecosystem compared to Jakarta or Bali.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but cash is still dominant.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; regulatory environment is cautious but improving.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Adisucipto Airport offers domestic and limited international flights; nearby Yogyakarta International Airport expanding connectivity.
๐ Public Transit
42%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly minibuses and angkot with irregular schedules.
๐ถ Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure can be uneven.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab widely used and affordable.
๐ฒ Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but limited dedicated lanes and traffic safety concerns.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other major cities in Java.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
88%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are cheap and widely available, popular among locals and tourists.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
๐ VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; occasional throttling reported.
โก Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable in city areas.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable outside cafes and coworking spaces.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; visa extensions possible but bureaucratic.
๐ Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some government restrictions.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and residency requirements.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Friendly local community and affordable living but limited official support.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large-scale regular events.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online groups and forums for nomads in Yogyakarta.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏ธ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe city with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
โ๏ธ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; cultural norms require some caution.
โ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; locals are welcoming but some cultural differences exist.