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Dumaguete City, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options, including apartments and guesthouses, suitable for long stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys, tricycles, and motorbike taxis are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including bars, cinemas, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices, though fewer high-end facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; fiber available but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few popular spots exist catering to digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
67%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are known for being nomad-friendly with power outlets and decent internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
59%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to beaches and nature supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but occasional waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness varies; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
84%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, better than larger Philippine cities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited international schools and facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
62%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to Cebu or Manila recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited specialist availability locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from June to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
42%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and occasional earthquakes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to natural attractions like beaches and mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
54%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; traffic and local festivities can be loud.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
81%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, music, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife with bars and live music but limited club scene.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, diving spots, waterfalls, and hiking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but opportunities to learn Filipino informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, island hopping, and adventure activities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
53%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine with fresh seafood and street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
61%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
69%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 is convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less so for Europe/Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
52%
Weight: 25
Small but growing community; limited formal networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
48%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Some freelancers present but no large ecosystem or hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
51%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities; not high-end.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most entrepreneurs based in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
64%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; some local exchanges and crypto communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
69%
Weight: 30
Dumaguete Airport offers domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit; reliance on jeepneys and tricycles.
🚶 Walkability
63%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
49%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; tricycles preferred.
🚲 Cycling
58%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to nearby cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
76%
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
64%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
79%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival with easy extensions; no special nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
72%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional local unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Friendly locals and growing nomad community but limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
47%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups for Dumaguete digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
74%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
68%
Weight: 50
Safe for solo female travelers with some cultural considerations.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners of all backgrounds.