Cebu City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#582
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Nomad Score:
70%
💰 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 apartments and shared accommodations available, though prices vary by neighborhood.
🍎 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, buses, and tricycles offer very cheap transport options; ride-hailing apps are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
76%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cinemas, bars, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced; some premium gyms are more expensive but basic options are affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is relatively stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-40 Mbps in urban areas; occasional outages and slower speeds in some locations.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Cebu City, growing in number but still limited compared to major hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and decent WiFi, but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
65%
Weight: 100
Growing but still emerging destination for digital nomads compared to Manila or Bali.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good access to nature and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
59%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution and waste management issues exist; coastal areas better but still concerns.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have litter and sanitation challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
86%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken and understood, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate air pollution in the city center; better in outskirts and coastal areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly amenities but limited compared to larger cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
69%
Weight: 20
Good private hospitals and clinics available; public healthcare less reliable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Overall decent healthcare infrastructure for routine and emergency care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Vulnerable to typhoons, occasional earthquakes, and flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
61%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but urban density limits large green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
87%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations, cafes, and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
48%
Weight: 10
City can be noisy due to traffic, jeepneys, and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, historical sites, and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, though not as extensive as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and islands nearby for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Cebuano and Tagalog; English widely used.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Many tours available including island hopping, cultural tours, and adventure activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
64%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and entertainment centers provide indoor options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options from street food to international cuisine; seafood is a highlight.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Limited but growing number of yoga studios and wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
68%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of health-conscious cafes and organic food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 timezone works well for Asia-Pacific and some European remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Growing community of digital nomads and entrepreneurs but still limited events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community; growing but not highly developed.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces offer decent facilities but can lack advanced amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages compared to Manila or Cebu's tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps like GCash are popular and widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
59%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption but still niche market.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Mactan-Cebu International Airport offers good regional and some international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
56%
Weight: 20
Public transport mainly jeepneys and buses; no metro system; can be crowded and confusing.
🚶 Walkability
58%
Weight: 20
City center walkable but infrastructure and sidewalks can be inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
79%
Weight: 15
Grab and Angkas widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic and road conditions can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good ferry and bus connections to nearby islands and cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
71%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals common and affordable; bike rentals less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G expanding but not yet widespread.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions on usage.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
64%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, but generally stable in city areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in malls and some public spaces but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and visa-free options for many nationalities; extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
54%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
59%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documents and can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
61%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still involves paperwork and can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing infrastructure but lacks formal nomad support.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not frequent or large scale.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate presence on social media and forums; growing interest.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist and expat areas; petty crime exists, caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
64%
Weight: 50
Women can travel and live safely but cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming and tolerant society.