Angeles City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#1563
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to Western countries; affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
82%
Weight: 80
Affordable apartments and guesthouses available; prices vary but generally low compared to Manila.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very cheap; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys, tricycles, and taxis are very affordable; short distances keep costs low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Bars, clubs, and entertainment venues are inexpensive; nightlife is lively but budget-friendly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Local gyms offer affordable monthly rates; some modern facilities available but limited.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 15-25 Mbps; fiber available in some areas but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; mostly small-scale or informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread or highly specialized.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hub; more popular for tourism and nightlife than remote work.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
73%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good leisure options; work infrastructure less developed.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
45%
Weight: 10
City streets can be littered; cleanliness varies by neighborhood.
🗨️ Language Barrier
79%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, especially in business and tourism sectors.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to traffic and industrial activities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities; more suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more serious cases require travel to Manila.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor health issues; limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot and humid weather; rainy season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
31%
Weight: 10
High risk of typhoons and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have reliable air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
38%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and nightlife in many areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, history, and vibrant community life.
🌃 Nightlife
83%
Weight: 15
Well-known nightlife scene with bars, clubs, and entertainment.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but limited green space in the city itself.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some language schools available; English is dominant so less incentive to learn local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours and cultural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and gaming centers provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse and affordable food options including local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer yoga classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of health-conscious eateries but still limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 time zone works well for Asia-Pacific and some European connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent compared to major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
48%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; quality varies.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity locally; more vibrant in Manila.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; regulatory environment evolving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Clark International Airport nearby with regional flights; limited direct international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on jeepneys and tricycles.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure and safety concerns limit walking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
62%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab operate but coverage is less extensive than in Manila.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and road conditions pose challenges.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and van services connect to nearby cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable for short-term use.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur; backup power common in accommodations.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited; mostly available in malls and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Visa-free entry for many nationalities for 30 days; extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but generally stable in Angeles City.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to top nomad cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specific to Angeles City.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and expats; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe for women; cultural norms should be respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners of all backgrounds.