Cagayan de Oro, Philippines 🇵🇭
#588
8.475641, 124.642153
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable living costs compared to many urban centers, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Inexpensive rental options available, especially for long-term stays, with a variety of choices.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local food is very affordable, with a wide range of options from street food to restaurants.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, but options may be limited; taxis and ride-sharing are available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, including local events and activities, but fewer high-end venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate gym fees, with a few options available, but not as many as larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
The Philippine Peso can be volatile, but generally stable for short-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but a few options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers, but the selection is not extensive.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, with a small but growing community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, with a laid-back lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality, with some pollution in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained, while others need improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be an issue, particularly in urban areas during peak traffic.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are decent, with some good hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but quality can vary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Prone to typhoons and flooding, which can pose risks during certain seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Commonly available in most accommodations and public spaces due to the warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and wet seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals and traditions, but less diverse than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with bars and clubs, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities, including hiking and rivers.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities for local dialects.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are fewer compared to tourist hotspots.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly reliant on shopping malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options available, with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios exist, but not as many as in larger urban areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Some fitness facilities available, but variety is limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options, but still limited compared to larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may not be favorable for all remote work schedules, depending on location.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads, but some local meetups occur.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities exist, but competition can be high.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing compared to larger cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; some are good, while others lack amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene, but some initiatives are beginning to emerge.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Common payment services available, but not as advanced as in developed countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in everyday transactions.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with domestic flights; international options are limited.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options exist but are not extensive or very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban planning can be inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, providing convenient transport options.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but can be time-consuming.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable, with good performance.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexities for foreign workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate level of freedom of speech, but some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be volatile; some concerns about safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic but is generally possible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but still developing in terms of infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging online communities, but not as established as in larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety concerns; some areas are safer than others.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for female travelers, but caution is advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but experiences may vary.