Don Khon, Cambodia 🇰🇭
#693
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards; ideal for budget-conscious nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and basic bungalows available; limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are cheap and fresh; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Minimal transport costs; mostly walking, bicycles, or inexpensive boat rides.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but low-cost local activities and cultural experiences.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be expensive relative to local income.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Cambodian Riel is stable but USD is widely used; some inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable, especially on Don Khon island.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces on Don Khon; nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connection quality varies and can be intermittent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering to digital nomads; mostly basic setups.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a popular digital nomad destination; very low nomad presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance but limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Clean natural environment with lush greenery and Mekong river surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas have limited waste management infrastructure.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Khmer is dominant; English is limited outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in quality and facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure on the island; better options in mainland Cambodia.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot and humid weather; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and riverine landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in accommodations; fans more common.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Khmer culture with local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent for nature lovers with waterfalls, river views, and wildlife.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Opportunities for boat tours, fishing, and cultural village visits.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small local shops and cafes.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Good local Khmer cuisine; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios on the island.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal fitness facilities; outdoor activities preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 time zone is favorable for Asia and some European remote work overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; nomads rely on global online opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; no infrastructure for coworking.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on Don Khon.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mostly cash-based economy; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest but limited infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
10%
Weight: 30
No airport on Don Khon; nearest airport is several hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; transport mostly by boat, bicycle, or walking.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Small island with easy walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
80%
Weight: 10
Cycling is a common and convenient mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel; requires boat and road transport to mainland.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
55%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; infrastructure improving but still inconsistent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in cafes or guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; visa runs common.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system for foreigners; limited incentives for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; some government censorship present.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local residency and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Don Khon digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; traditional culture but generally welcoming to female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some occasional cultural misunderstandings.