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Yangon, Myanmar 🇲🇲
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Yangon remains quite affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
76%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options available, though quality varies; expat areas are pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
84%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and tasty options; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-sharing are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, though nightlife is limited compared to other capitals.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; prices are moderate but less competitive.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Myanmar Kyat is volatile due to political and economic instability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Improving but still inconsistent; average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few modern options mostly in central Yangon.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but not widespread or well-equipped.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Still an emerging destination for nomads; political situation deters many.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can impact productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution and waste management are concerns in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with litter and poor sanitation in some districts.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
English is not widely spoken outside tourist and expat circles.
💨 Air Quality
37%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels can be high, especially during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
45%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented facilities and services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
41%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; private hospitals better but expensive.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable but quality varies significantly.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced care; expats often travel abroad for serious treatment.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and a distinct rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and cyclones during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
52%
Weight: 10
Some parks and lakes but limited compared to other capitals.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Widely available in hotels and cafes; less common in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
38%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in busy urban areas due to traffic and construction.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
85%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with many temples, festivals, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
63%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but urban environment dominates.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Burmese.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
42%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; growing interest but still niche.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating options improving.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+6:30 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Small expat and digital nomad community limits networking.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🏢 Coworking Quality
41%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Early-stage startup ecosystem with limited funding and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
44%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant economy; digital payments growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption due to regulatory uncertainty and infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
International airport with regional connections; limited long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
37%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; buses are available but not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Central areas moderately walkable but infrastructure can be poor.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
68%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab operate but coverage is uneven.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not common due to traffic and road conditions.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services exist but are slow and unreliable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but not widespread or well-regulated.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good urban coverage with 4G widely available; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
51%
Weight: 15
Frequent outages and voltage fluctuations still common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visas available but with restrictions.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Restricted due to political climate and censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
18%
Weight: 20
Ongoing political unrest and instability significantly impact safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to strict documentation and regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
32%
Weight: 10
Complex and slow process with bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and political issues reduce overall friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online communities exist but are not very active.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns due to political unrest and occasional crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural conservatism and safety issues pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but ethnic tensions exist in some regions.