Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#1564
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to Western cities; affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options available, especially outside city center; good value for money.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys, tricycles, and buses are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options; international events and venues are limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality varies; some premium gyms available at higher prices.
💱 Currency Stability
52%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso can be volatile due to economic factors; moderate inflation risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-40 Mbps; fiber available in some areas but inconsistent reliability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces; growing but still sparse compared to major hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies widely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread; power outlets and quiet spaces limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet; growing interest but still niche.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easy to purchase and affordable with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance; slower pace compared to metro areas.
🌳 Environmental Quality
59%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some areas affected by traffic and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some public areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
86%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken and understood, easing communication for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor in busy areas due to traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Family-friendly environment with schools and parks; healthcare adequate.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
62%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are adequate; private hospitals offer better quality but at higher cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is reasonable but specialized treatments may require travel to bigger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some humidity and rainy season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Located in typhoon-prone region; occasional flooding and earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas within and around the city; limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
83%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places; essential due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and urban activity; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, music, and friendly communities.
🌃 Nightlife
61%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars and live music; less vibrant than major metro areas.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural attractions like waterfalls, mountains, and rivers.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn local languages and English; some language schools available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural and nature tours available; growing tourism infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some malls and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Diverse and affordable local cuisine; growing number of international restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 timezone suitable for Asia-Pacific clients; less ideal for Americas or Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
52%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally held.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing infrastructure and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces basic with limited amenities; improving slowly.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
43%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but small compared to major cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps available but cash still dominant; banking services improving.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; some local exchanges and communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Regional airport with domestic and limited international flights; good connectivity within Philippines.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Public transport mainly jeepneys and buses; no rail system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center somewhat walkable; infrastructure for pedestrians limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab widely used and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not very safe or common.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Buses and ferries connect to other cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but limited; bike rentals rare.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no significant government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
62%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur; generally stable but backup power recommended.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to malls and cafes; quality varies.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; visa 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
60%
Weight: 20
Stable overall but occasional local unrest and political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
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; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specific to Cagayan de Oro.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist and expat areas; petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms conservative but generally welcoming and safe.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and friendly to foreigners.