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Langkawi, Malaysia 🇲🇾
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Langkawi offers a low cost of living compared to major cities, with affordable food, transport, and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
83%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and guesthouses, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
79%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on scooters and taxis keeps costs moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, though nightlife is limited compared to urban centers.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Malaysian Ringgit is relatively stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
69%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds in main tourist areas; some rural spots have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and natural surroundings, though some areas see tourist impact.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
Generally clean, especially in tourist zones.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken in tourist areas but less so in rural parts.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking nature and quiet environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for advanced care, travel to mainland Malaysia is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited specialist services on the island.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from April to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional heavy rains and flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, forests, and beaches.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
31%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation due to tropical climate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside tourist hotspots.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich Malay culture with diverse influences; vibrant local festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and beach venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, beaches, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
83%
Weight: 10
Variety of eco-tours, island hopping, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
54%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small cafes and spas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
82%
Weight: 25
Diverse local and international cuisine with fresh seafood.
🧠 Yoga Studios
57%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios; some resorts offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; vegetarian options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 suits Asia-Pacific time zones well; less ideal for Americas or Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; mostly informal connections.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are common and reliable.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still nascent adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Langkawi International Airport connects mainly to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
32%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and rentals.
🚶 Walkability
56%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small town centers but limited in rural areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but infrastructure is basic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to mainland; limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
84%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good coverage in populated areas; some rural gaps.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in tourist spots but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and visa-free options for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Malaysia has moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax regime.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but some paperwork and local presence needed.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure tailored to nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence among digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for female travelers with some cultural considerations.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with generally good racial tolerance.