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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, with affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially for apartments outside the city center; limited high-end options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive fresh produce and meals; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Very cheap local transport options like jeepneys and tricycles; fuel prices are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Affordable local entertainment options; limited variety of upscale venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate but less competitive.
💱 Currency Stability
68%
Weight: 30
Philippine Peso is moderately stable but subject to occasional fluctuations influenced by regional factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often inconsistent; average speeds around 10-20 Mbps with occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or work from accommodations.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
61%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies; few cafes specifically cater to remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes actively promote digital nomad amenities like power outlets and quiet spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
29%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and activate with valid ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and beaches supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some urban pollution but proximity to natural areas helps.
🧼 Cleanliness
51%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some areas suffer from litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
76%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality, though occasional haze and pollution spikes occur.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with access to schools and outdoor activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to larger cities is often needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards, making it affordable for most.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialist availability locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
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 flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Access to parks and nearby natural areas is good, though urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in accommodations and public places but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
21%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons only.
🔊 Noise Pollution
49%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels in urban areas due to traffic and local transport.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, history, and friendly communities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local hangouts.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, waterfalls, and natural parks offering many outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Filipino languages exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences available, especially related to nature and heritage.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local Filipino cuisine; fewer international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
34%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studio presence; mostly informal or small group classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Few gyms and fitness centers; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy prepared food options are moderate.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
UTC+8 time zone is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem presence in Tagbilaran City.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps are growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Interest in crypto is rising but adoption remains limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Tagbilaran Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Local jeepneys and tricycles provide basic public transit; no formal bus system.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable; sidewalks can be uneven or narrow.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
47%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps are available but coverage and reliability are limited.
🚲 Cycling
39%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; roads can be unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Ferries and buses connect to nearby islands and cities; travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are available but limited; bike rentals are rare.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural outskirts may have weaker signals.
🔒 VPN Reliability
74%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages occur, especially during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival is straightforward; extensions possible but bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment but occasional political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable locally; national politics can be volatile.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
53%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local presence; can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
48%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
32%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Tagbilaran digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime exists but violent crime is rare.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly; cultural norms are conservative but welcoming.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and hospitable to foreigners.