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Koh Rong, Cambodia 🇰🇭
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to global standards, especially outside peak tourist season.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Budget bungalows and guesthouses are cheap; mid-range options are limited and slightly pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive; imported goods and western-style groceries cost more but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; mainly boats and motorbike rentals which are affordable but sometimes unreliable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Low-cost entertainment options like beach parties and local bars; limited variety overall.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
32%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, mostly small and basic; memberships can be pricey relative to local income.
💱 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 in many parts of the island; occasional outages common.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
10%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces on the island; nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and speeds are often slow and unstable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Limited options; most cafes are tourist-oriented without dedicated workspaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Emerging destination but still niche; more popular among backpackers than digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easy to purchase and affordable with decent data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance despite infrastructure challenges.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Pristine beaches and natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Basic sanitation infrastructure; some areas suffer from litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Khmer is primary language; English spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low traffic and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
28%
Weight: 20
Very limited healthcare facilities on the island; serious cases require evacuation to mainland.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Basic healthcare is affordable but quality is low; private clinics off-island are more expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal healthcare infrastructure; not suitable for chronic or emergency medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional tropical storms and flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green areas and forests surrounding the island.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Limited AC availability in budget accommodations; more common in higher-end resorts.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet except near party beaches or during festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich Khmer culture nearby but island itself is more tourist-focused with limited cultural activities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Basic nightlife with beach bars and occasional parties; no clubs or large venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for snorkeling, diving, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good range of eco-tours, boat trips, and cultural excursions available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Basic local and some international food options; seafood is fresh and affordable.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; some resorts offer classes but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities preferred.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood available; limited organic or health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia but less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking; mostly informal social connections.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; nomads rely on global online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; workspaces are improvised.
📈 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 the island.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; some interest among tourists but no local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
25%
Weight: 30
No airport on the island; nearest international airport is in Sihanoukville, requiring boat transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
10%
Weight: 20
No public transit system; transport is by boat or motorbike.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small village areas; longer distances require motorbike or boat.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps available on the island.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but limited by terrain and road conditions.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Boat connections to mainland; limited and weather-dependent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
50%
Weight: 20
Patchy coverage; 3G/4G available but signal strength varies.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly in resorts and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; visa on arrival and e-visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
No personal income tax for foreigners working remotely; corporate taxes apply.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; generally safe for tourists but political criticism is sensitive.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions in Cambodia.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local presence and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; more complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; rely on tourist or business visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities for nomads but infrastructure and community are limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events on the island.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; mostly travel forums rather than professional networks.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms conservative but tourist areas are more open.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some occasional discrimination but rare.