Coron, Philippines 🇵🇭
#1454
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to major cities, but prices can be higher in tourist areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Modest prices for guesthouses and Airbnb, but limited options for long-term rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Affordable tricycles and boats for local travel; limited public transport options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment mainly revolves around nature and tours; nightlife and paid entertainment are limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; memberships tend to be pricier relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
53%
Weight: 100
Internet can be slow and unreliable; some cafes offer decent WiFi but overall connectivity is inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but speeds and reliability vary greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Coron is less popular among digital nomads compared to Manila or Cebu.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed island lifestyle supports good work-life balance with plenty of outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean air and beautiful natural surroundings with minimal pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
63%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas are generally clean, but some local areas have waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, especially in tourism and service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families seeking nature and quiet; limited schools and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious conditions, travel to larger cities is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in scope and quality.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; emergency care requires transfer to bigger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
92%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and marine reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside of busy tourist spots.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with indigenous influences and vibrant festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Exceptional outdoor activities including diving, hiking, and island hopping.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Tagalog and local dialects.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
89%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours showcasing natural beauty and local culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small local bars and restaurants.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local seafood and Filipino cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
27%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some resorts offer occasional classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; outdoor activities are more common.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and seafood widely available; limited organic or specialty health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 timezone is convenient for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; community is small and informal.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
21%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most entrepreneurial efforts are informal or tourism-related.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash remains dominant; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but infrastructure and acceptance remain limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Coron has a small airport with limited domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
25%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; transport relies on tricycles and boats.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Town center is walkable but distances to beaches and attractions require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
18%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are mostly unavailable; local transport is informal.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Some potential for cycling but infrastructure and safety are limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited options; mostly boats and small planes to nearby islands and cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable for exploring the island.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in town but patchy in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with stable internet connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is easy; extensions possible but digital nomad visa not available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special tax incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional regional tensions and political issues.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Requires local presence and documentation; process can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence; mostly informal groups on social media.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms are conservative but welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and hospitable to foreigners.