Davao City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#583
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 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 the city center; good value for money.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals; imported goods cost more.
🚌 Transportation Cost
88%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys, buses, and tricycles are very cheap; 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
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but fewer premium gyms compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber available but occasional outages and slower than top-tier cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but limited compared to Manila or Cebu.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
74%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread culture yet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
58%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than other Philippine cities like Cebu or Manila.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
86%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and cultural activities supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
64%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some areas affected by traffic and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
61%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; public areas can be littered but improving.
🗨️ Language Barrier
89%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken and understood, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
57%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor in urban areas due to traffic and industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family activities; healthcare adequate for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
66%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities with some international standards; better options in private hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Adequate for routine and minor emergencies; serious cases may require travel to Manila.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and occasional earthquakes; generally less prone than northern Philippines.
🏞️ Green Spaces
69%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas nearby; urban green space limited but accessible.
❄️ Air Conditioning
81%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
23%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons only.
🔊 Noise Pollution
53%
Weight: 10
Urban noise from traffic and markets common; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with indigenous influences and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs; less vibrant than bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and parks; great for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn local languages like Cebuano and Tagalog exist but limited formal schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, eco-tours, and adventure activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some malls and cinemas available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and Filipino specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; more common in bigger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy dining options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 is convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less ideal for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; growing community but still small.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
56%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure and support still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
61%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with decent amenities; fewer high-end options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
49%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but limited compared to Manila or Cebu.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; regulatory environment evolving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Francisco Bangoy International Airport offers domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
54%
Weight: 20
No formal metro system; reliance on jeepneys and buses which can be crowded.
🚶 Walkability
59%
Weight: 20
City center moderately walkable; infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
73%
Weight: 15
Grab and other ride-hailing apps widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
48%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and ferry connections to other parts of Mindanao and nearby islands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but less common than in tourist hotspots.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally reliable with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in malls and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available for many nationalities; extensions possible.
📊 Tax Friendliness
51%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
68%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Stable compared to other Mindanao areas but occasional unrest reported.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documents; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
54%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing awareness but infrastructure and services still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
47%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups focused on Davao; more activity in broader Philippines groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
64%
Weight: 100
Generally safe in tourist and expat areas; some caution advised in outskirts.
♀️ Female Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms conservative but urban areas more open.
✊ Racial Tolerance
72%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and welcoming to foreigners.