Kep, Cambodia 🇰🇭
#690
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western standards; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and apartments available, though options are limited compared to bigger cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are cheap and fresh; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Motorbike rentals and tuk-tuks are inexpensive; no public transit but short distances keep costs low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but local events and beach activities are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships are moderately priced but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
58%
Weight: 30
Cambodian Riel is relatively stable but USD is widely used; some inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps; stable enough for remote work but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
34%
Weight: 100
Still an emerging destination for nomads; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beach access supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Coastal environment with decent air quality; some waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
Basic cleanliness standards met but litter and infrastructure maintenance can be lacking.
🗨️ Language Barrier
48%
Weight: 30
Khmer is dominant; English spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good due to coastal location; occasional dust during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
53%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for children; quiet environment but few schools or activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
43%
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 varies widely.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities; suitable for minor issues but not for complex treatments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
71%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby; beach and countryside accessible.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
29%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal changes; mostly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
67%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet town with occasional noise from markets and traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich Khmer culture with local festivals and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
36%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and beachside venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches, nearby islands, and national parks for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Few formal Khmer language schools; informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, including fishing villages and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
32%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small bars.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Fresh seafood and Khmer cuisine widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
47%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some classes offered in resorts or guesthouses.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
49%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor exercise more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables abundant; healthy prepared food options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 suits Asia-Pacific time zones well; less ideal for Americas or Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; small expat and nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
28%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
31%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure; reliance on global platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
27%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity in Kep.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest among expats but limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
39%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Phnom Penh, about 3 hours away by road.
🚇 Public Transit
18%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on tuk-tuks and motorbikes.
🚶 Walkability
61%
Weight: 20
Small town layout allows walking but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
24%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; mostly traditional tuk-tuks.
🚲 Cycling
57%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but roads can be unsafe and infrastructure minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services available but infrequent and slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
83%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
54%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; visa runs common.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Low income tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
42%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom; government controls media and dissent.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
44%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
23%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
36%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; limited forums or groups focused on Kep.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms require caution but no major issues reported.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.