Yogyakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#168
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Nomad Score:
73%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
89%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
87%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options ranging from budget guesthouses to mid-range apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and diverse food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
82%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cultural shows and cinemas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though not as cheap as local street activities.
💱 Currency Stability
64%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah can be volatile but generally stable for short-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; reliable in cafes and coworking spaces.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces catering to digital nomads, though fewer than major hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes with free WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
80%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
67%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Bali or Jakarta.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for cultural and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; better than big cities but some air quality issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
Street cleanliness varies; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
Bahasa Indonesia is primary; English spoken in tourist and nomad areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional haze and pollution, especially during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; more suited for solo travelers or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; serious cases require travel to bigger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited advanced medical care locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active region with risk of earthquakes and volcanic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural attractions, though urban greenery is moderate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with wet and dry seasons, little temperature variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; traffic and street vendors contribute to noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
93%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with traditional arts, music, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife scene focused on bars and live music; quieter than bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and cultural sites nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
72%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, traditional crafts, and culinary experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
63%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many affordable options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Some yoga studios available but less prevalent than in Bali.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; limited specialized facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy and vegetarian options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+7, convenient for Asia and Australia, less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Some digital nomad meetups and networking events, but limited scale.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Good facilities with reliable internet and comfortable workspaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
52%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but limited compared to Jakarta or Bali.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps are common but cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Adisucipto Airport offers domestic and limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mainly minibuses and motorbike taxis.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
84%
Weight: 15
Widely available and affordable ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other cities and tourist spots.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
86%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable for easy local travel.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
79%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; some occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; longer stays require visa runs or extensions.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations; not particularly favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom; some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment with occasional local protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires multiple documents and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing nomad community, but infrastructure still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
62%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events, but less frequent than in larger hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
68%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for digital nomads in Yogyakarta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture; some caution advised in certain areas at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
72%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.