Kampot, Cambodia 🇰🇭
#689
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to Western standards; ideal for budget-conscious digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices for basic apartments and guesthouses; limited options for luxury stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap; imported goods cost more but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and tuk-tuks are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and local entertainment, though options are limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are reasonable but facilities can be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Cambodian Riel is relatively stable but USD is widely used; some inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; occasional interruptions but generally usable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or guesthouses.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not many dedicated spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of downtime and natural surroundings.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with rivers and countryside nearby; some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Basic cleanliness standards met but streets can be littered and infrastructure is developing.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Khmer is dominant; English spoken in tourist areas but limited outside them.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality; occasional haze during dry season.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require travel to Phnom Penh or abroad.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; suitable for minor issues only.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season can be heavy but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural surroundings, rivers, and countryside for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
31%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich Khmer culture with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to rivers, mountains, and rural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of tours for caves, pepper farms, and river trips.
🎳 Indoors Fun
42%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cafes and bars.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
77%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and Khmer dishes; some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; occasional classes in guesthouses.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible but limited organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia; less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
37%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; mostly expats working independently.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem; most activity centered in Phnom Penh.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant; limited banking integration.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Some interest among expats; limited local infrastructure or regulation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is in Phnom Penh, about 2.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on tuk-tuks and scooters.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; mostly local tuk-tuks and motorbike taxis.
🚲 Cycling
67%
Weight: 10
Popular mode of transport; flat terrain and low traffic in many areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
54%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but infrequent; road conditions vary.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
89%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are cheap and widely available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas; rural spots may have gaps.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but mostly stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
73%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; 30-day visa on arrival with extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system for foreigners; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; political criticism can be sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires local documentation and can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
42%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming; foreign ownership restrictions apply.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Welcoming community but limited infrastructure tailored to nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
39%
Weight: 25
Occasional informal meetups; no regular large-scale events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
51%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require some caution but expat women generally feel safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant towards foreigners; occasional cultural misunderstandings.