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Bacolod City, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Bacolod offers a low cost of living compared to many global cities, making it very affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with many affordable apartments and guesthouses suitable for long stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals, with a variety of Filipino and international options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport like jeepneys and tricycles are very cheap; ride-sharing is also affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger metro areas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but fewer in number; some modern facilities available at reasonable prices.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can experience fluctuations due to economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds have improved with fiber availability but can be inconsistent; average speeds around 20-30 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces exist, mostly small and localized; not as abundant as in bigger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Bacolod is not yet a major hub for digital nomads, but interest is slowly growing.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with some urban pollution but better than larger metro areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas are well-maintained while others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
85%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers significantly.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can be affected by traffic and local industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented amenities and schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is often needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited advanced medical facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in a typhoon-prone region with occasional flooding risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urban development limits extensive green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal changes; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution in urban areas; traffic and street noise common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, music, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with bars and karaoke spots but limited compared to major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Filipino and local dialects exist but are limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various cultural tours and local experiences available, though not highly commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options are limited; some malls and cinemas available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
82%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with growing international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; not a major wellness hub.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time zone overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
52%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still nascent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is minimal compared to major Philippine cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps are available but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; adoption growing but infrastructure limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Bacolod-Silay Airport offers domestic flights and limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport mainly jeepneys and tricycles; no formal mass transit system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable; infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Grab and other ride-sharing apps operate but coverage is less extensive.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Bus and ferry services available for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with few restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and visa-free options available for many nationalities; extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional local unrest and political issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to top nomad cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Bacolod.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms are conservative but welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.