Ulsan, South Korea 🇰🇷
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other South Korean cities, but higher than some Southeast Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can be higher in popular districts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Affordable local cuisine with a variety of options; groceries are reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and inexpensive, making it easy to get around.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey compared to local incomes.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The South Korean won is 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
65%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces, though not as many as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but the community is slowly growing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
62%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, though work culture can be demanding.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Relatively clean city with efforts to improve green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
Well-maintained public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency can make communication challenging.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality can vary, with occasional pollution spikes.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable, especially with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access to services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
55%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and hot summers; seasonal variety but can be extreme.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and earthquakes, but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in most buildings, essential during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with beautiful autumn foliage and spring blooms.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, though less vibrant than Seoul.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, but not as lively as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful coastal areas and mountains for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but fewer options than in major tourist cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly shopping and cafes.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, especially seafood, but less variety than Seoul.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good access to fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, but still limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with Western countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but vary in quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in Seoul.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely used local payment services, including mobile options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in blockchain and crypto, but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity to major cities, but fewer international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system, including buses and subways.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Many areas are walkable, especially in the city center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Available but not as popular as in other countries.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure, though some bike lanes exist.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel via trains and buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but not as widespread as in larger cities.
⚖️ 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
75%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for foreigners due to documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity in registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa 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
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance, but some cultural differences may exist.