Suwon, South Korea 🇰🇷
Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other South Korean cities, but higher than many Southeast Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can be high in popular districts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Affordable street food and local markets, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and inexpensive, with a well-connected subway system.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for entertainment options, with some high-end venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships available, with many options for fitness enthusiasts.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The South Korean Won is relatively stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
One of the fastest internet speeds in the world, with widespread availability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
67%
Weight: 40
Growing number of coworking spaces, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
88%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A decent selection of cafes catering to remote workers, though not as numerous as in other cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Suwon is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to Seoul.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Generally good, but work culture can be demanding in certain sectors.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Relatively clean city with efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Well-maintained public areas and streets, though some neighborhoods may vary.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency can pose challenges for non-Korean speakers.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality can fluctuate, particularly in winter months due to pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Affordable healthcare options, especially with national insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons, with cold winters and hot summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though typhoons can occasionally affect the region.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urbanization limits availability.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Common in most buildings, essential during hot summer months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, offering a variety of seasonal activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, though not as vibrant as in Seoul.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby mountains and parks for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, focusing on cultural and historical experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a strong emphasis on Korean cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A growing number of yoga studios, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, though traditional cuisine is prevalent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events compared to larger cities, but some opportunities exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities compared to larger urban centers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support compared to larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is generally good, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in Seoul.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment options, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, but still in early stages.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity to major airports, though not as extensive as Seoul.
🚇 Public Transit
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require public transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available and widely used.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is developing, but not yet comprehensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via trains and buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of rental services compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, but can be complex for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners, requiring documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic processes can make business registration difficult.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Some online communities exist, but not very active.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Increasing awareness and acceptance, but some challenges remain.