Tagbilaran City, Philippines 🇵🇭
#1561
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to major cities, affordable food, transport, and utilities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options available, especially for long-term stays; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Very cheap public transport options like jeepneys and tricycles.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment but limited variety compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but fewer in number and less modern.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso experiences moderate fluctuations but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet can be inconsistent; speeds average around 10-20 Mbps with occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some areas affected by traffic and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
52%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some public areas can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
79%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken, making communication relatively easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality but can worsen during dry season and traffic congestion.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical care is affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor health issues; limited specialist availability.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be intense but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Located in typhoon-prone region with occasional flooding risks.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas nearby but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
20%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, history, and friendly communities.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local hangouts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches, islands, and natural parks nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities to learn local dialects.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local Filipino cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; fewer specialized health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 time zone suitable for working with Asia and some overlap with Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem compared to larger Philippine cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps are growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; some local exchanges and communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Tagbilaran Airport connects to major Philippine hubs but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Jeepneys and tricycles provide local transport; no formal bus system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center somewhat walkable but infrastructure can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps limited; tricycles and taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to nearby islands and cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals available but limited bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural spots less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and malls.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
72%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival available; extensions possible but paperwork required.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional local unrest and political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Requires local presence and documentation; can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities available but lacks infrastructure tailored for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Tagbilaran digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
68%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly but cultural norms can be conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners with some occasional cultural misunderstandings.