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Don Khon, Cambodia 🇰🇭
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, especially outside major Cambodian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and basic bungalows dominate; limited upscale options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap and fresh; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Minimal transportation costs due to small island size; mostly walking or bicycle use.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but inexpensive local activities and tours.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are limited and can be relatively pricey for the area.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Cambodian Riel is stable but USD is widely used; some inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
41%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable; mostly 3G/4G mobile data with occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces on Don Khon; digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes cater to digital nomads; mostly basic setups.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; more popular among backpackers and tourists.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easy to purchase with valid ID; affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance despite limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Clean natural environment with minimal pollution; pristine river and forest surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30%
Weight: 30
Khmer is dominant; English is limited outside tourist spots, posing communication challenges.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low traffic and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; quiet environment but few services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
28%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in quality and scope.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and medical staff; not suitable for serious health issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid weather and a distinct rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces, forests, and riverbanks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning availability; most accommodations rely on fans.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to rural setting and small population.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local Khmer culture with traditional festivals and customs.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, waterfalls, river cruises, and hiking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, boat trips, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small local venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Authentic Khmer cuisine widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; occasional informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Few fitness facilities; mostly basic gyms or outdoor activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and seafood available; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 timezone is convenient for Asia and Australia but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking opportunities due to small digital nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; remote work depends on global connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; work done in cafes or accommodations.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; mobile payments growing but limited on Don Khon.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure for blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
10%
Weight: 30
No airport on Don Khon; nearest airports require multiple transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; transport mainly by bicycle, scooter, or boat.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking feasible for most daily needs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps operating on Don Khon.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common and practical due to flat terrain and low traffic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited options; travel requires boat and bus connections to mainland.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Basic 3G/4G coverage; spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional connectivity issues occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; infrastructure improving but still inconsistent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in a few cafes or guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; visa runs common but no dedicated digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Cambodia has moderate tax policies; enforcement varies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local documentation and presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow; challenging for foreigners without local partners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No regular nomad events or meetups on Don Khon.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for Don Khon digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe for women but cultural norms require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity on the island.