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Legazpi City, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Legazpi City offers a low cost of living compared to major urban centers, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices for apartments and guesthouses are quite affordable, especially outside the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries provide inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation like jeepneys and tricycles are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mainly local bars and small cinemas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not abundant; membership fees are low compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Philippine Peso is moderately stable but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving with fiber availability but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very few dedicated coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Legazpi is not yet a popular destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with natural beauty, though urban areas have some pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas have litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good but can worsen during dry season due to agricultural burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with access to schools and parks but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities are available but limited in advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor health issues; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some heavy rains during monsoon season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
35%
Weight: 10
Located near Mayon Volcano and typhoon-prone areas, posing moderate natural disaster risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and natural areas including proximity to Mayon Volcano.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially from traffic and local transport.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, beaches, and volcano trekking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but immersion possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
77%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours including volcano hikes and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with fresh seafood and Filipino dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studio presence.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 timezone is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European connections.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but not yet widespread.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Some interest in crypto but adoption remains niche.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Legazpi Airport offers domestic flights and limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport mainly jeepneys and tricycles; no formal bus or rail system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited; tricycles and taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and van services connect to nearby cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but limited in number.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa extensions are straightforward; no dedicated digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional regional tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucracy can be slow and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities exist but limited infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized digital nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Legazpi digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms are conservative but welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and friendly to foreigners.