Ulsan, South Korea 🇰🇷
#801
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to Seoul, cheaper than capital but higher than smaller cities in South Korea.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but still relatively high compared to other Asian cities; limited options for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are affordable; imported goods and dining out in restaurants can be pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is affordable and efficient; buses and taxis are reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be costly; fewer budget-friendly options compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced; several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
South Korean won is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
96%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet infrastructure with widespread high-speed fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to Seoul or Busan; some options exist but not abundant.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though not all are optimized for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Ulsan is not a popular destination for digital nomads; most prefer Seoul or Busan.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
58%
Weight: 30
South Korea has a strong work culture but Ulsan, being industrial, may have less emphasis on work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
39%
Weight: 15
Industrial city with some pollution concerns; air and water quality are moderate but not pristine.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
Public spaces are generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
31%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency outside tourist areas; Korean language skills are important.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to industrial activity and seasonal pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
87%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable due to national health insurance system.
🏥 Healthcare
83%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with modern hospitals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
54%
Weight: 80
Four distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
76%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional typhoons but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
48%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city due to industrial focus.
❄️ Air Conditioning
81%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are well air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Clear seasonal changes with spring cherry blossoms and autumn foliage.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and modern Korean influences.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to Seoul or Busan; mostly local bars and karaoke.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby mountains and coastal areas offer outdoor activities but limited within city.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and Korean classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
47%
Weight: 10
Fewer tourist-oriented experiences; more industrial and local-focused tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
53%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cultural centers available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Good local Korean cuisine with seafood specialties; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
39%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios; fitness centers more common.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but not abundant.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Healthy Korean dishes available; organic and health food stores limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
KST is favorable for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Limited expat and digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside Korea.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance culture is emerging but still limited in Ulsan.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and few in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped compared to Seoul or Busan.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment and banking apps widely used and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; South Korea is active in crypto but Ulsan less so.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Ulsan Airport offers domestic flights; international travel requires transfer via Busan or Seoul.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Bus network is good; no subway system in Ulsan.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
City is moderately walkable in central areas but less so in industrial zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Kakao Taxi are widely used and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
47%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; some bike paths near parks.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
78%
Weight: 15
Good access to KTX high-speed trains and buses connecting to major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
39%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter and bike rental services compared to bigger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
92%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well; some restrictions due to South Korean internet regulations.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
44%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; no specific digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; foreign residents subject to Korean tax laws.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free society with some limitations on sensitive topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
83%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Requires residence status; foreigners face some bureaucratic hurdles.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; foreign entrepreneurs need local support.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Ulsan digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women; cultural norms may require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for foreigners in social integration.