Dumaguete City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#1451
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options including apartments and shared housing, especially outside city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and tricycles are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including bars, cinemas, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced but fewer in number compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso experiences moderate fluctuations but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber available but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; some cafes double as work-friendly spots.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
A handful of cafes cater to nomads with power outlets and decent WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
60%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche community compared to bigger Philippine cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally clean with some pollution in busy areas; coastal environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some public areas need improvement.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, minimal language barrier for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional haze during dry season.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; serious cases require travel to bigger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor health issues; limited specialized care locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
43%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural coastal areas available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places due to tropical heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
25%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, arts, and friendly community.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife with bars and live music; not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, mountains, and diving spots nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Filipino and local dialects exist but limited formal classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, island hopping, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like malls and cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse local and international cuisine options at affordable prices.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and health-conscious eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 timezone suitable for Asia-Pacific and some overlap with Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Small but growing community; limited formal networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Some freelancers present but no large ecosystem or hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; lacks modern amenities found in bigger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup activity and support infrastructure.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; some local exchanges but limited mainstream use.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Dumaguete Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys and tricycles common; no formal mass transit system.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps limited; tricycles preferred for short trips.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to nearby islands and cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural spots less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa extensions possible; no dedicated digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no special tax incentives for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
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
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documents and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Lengthy process with paperwork; improving but still challenging.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing awareness but limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community mostly informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Some Facebook groups and forums but small scale.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but low violent crime.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Respectful culture; some caution advised in isolated areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming and tolerant of foreigners.