Hat Yai, Thailand 🇹🇭
#1367
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Inexpensive rental options available, especially for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
92%
Weight: 40
Street food is cheap and delicious, while grocery prices are also low.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, and tuk-tuks are reasonably priced for short distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are generally affordable, with low-cost local attractions.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though options may be limited.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable, but fluctuations can occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds available, though rural areas may experience slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but growing in popularity.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads, providing comfortable work environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, but gaining traction.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Laid-back lifestyle promotes a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good, but urban areas can experience pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained while others are less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
English is not widely spoken, which can pose challenges for communication.
💨 Air Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be affected by traffic and seasonal burning.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are generally good, especially in urban areas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are very affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with various clinics and hospitals available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
80%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, though it can be humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from flooding and occasional storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces in the city, but some parks are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
85%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in most establishments, providing relief from heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm and humid throughout the year.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with bars and local entertainment options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural attractions and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available, but local interaction can aid learning.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and experiences available for cultural immersion.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily shopping malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
88%
Weight: 25
Vibrant food scene with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as prevalent as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options may be limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for working with Asia and Australia, but less so for Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger digital nomad hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies; some are well-equipped while others are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene, but some initiatives are emerging.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are widely used, with mobile payments gaining popularity.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Airport connectivity is decent, with flights to major cities in Asia.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but can be limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but others require transportation.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, making transportation convenient.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is limited, making it less favorable for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options available via bus and train.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
80%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and popular among locals and tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services are reliable and widely used.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally reliable, with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be straightforward for tourists, but longer stays may require more effort.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; not overly burdensome but not particularly favorable.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; some restrictions on expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Moderate political stability, with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is relatively straightforward for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Emerging as a nomad-friendly destination, but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Growing online community presence, but still small.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists and expats, with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some cultural differences may exist.