Don Khon, Cambodia 🇰🇭
#693
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to most Southeast Asian cities, especially outside main tourist hubs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices for basic guesthouses and bungalows; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are cheap and fresh; imported goods are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Minimal transport costs due to small island size; mostly walking or bicycle use.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; mostly nature-based activities which are low cost.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
31%
Weight: 10
Few to no formal gyms; mostly outdoor activities or informal fitness options.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Cambodian Riel is relatively stable but USD is widely used; some inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable; limited fiber infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces on Don Khon; nomads rely on cafes or accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; connection quality varies greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Very low digital nomad presence; more of a quiet, off-the-beaten-path destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Peaceful environment supports good balance but limited work infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Clean natural environment with lush greenery and river surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Khmer is primary language; English is limited mostly to tourism-related spots.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to rural setting and low traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe and quiet environment suitable for families; limited facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
25%
Weight: 20
Very basic healthcare facilities; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but limited in quality and scope.
🏥 Healthcare
28%
Weight: 20
Limited access to professional medical care on the island.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot and humid weather; rainy season can be intense but generally warm year-round.
🌪️ 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 and forested areas around the island.
❄️ Air Conditioning
37%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning availability in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation aside from wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich local Khmer culture with traditional villages and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for nature exploration, waterfalls, and river activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
32%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Several local tours available focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Good local Khmer food; limited international cuisine options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios on the island.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited formal fitness facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available; healthy eating possible but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and some European countries but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Minimal networking due to low digital nomad presence.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; reliant on global online opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; no dedicated work environments.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem on Don Khon.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant; limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption or infrastructure for blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
10%
Weight: 30
No airport on Don Khon; nearest airports require multiple transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system on the island.
🚶 Walkability
88%
Weight: 20
Small island size makes walking easy and common.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Cycling is a popular and practical mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options; mostly boats and buses from mainland.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent but can be spotty in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages; infrastructure improving but still unstable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in cafes and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are easy to obtain; visa on arrival and e-visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no specific benefits for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
45%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government controls media and dissent.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
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
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
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
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; traditional culture but generally welcoming; some caution advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity on the island.