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Koh Tao, Thailand 🇹🇭
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to major cities; low prices for food, accommodation, and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Budget bungalows and apartments are cheap, but limited options for long-term modern apartments can raise prices.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable; imported goods can be pricier due to island location.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals are cheap and common; no public transport but island is small enough to walk or scooter.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and diving/snorkeling tours; some tourist activities can be moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Limited gyms available; prices are moderate but fewer options compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with low volatility, suitable for budgeting.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Internet is decent but can be inconsistent; fiber is limited, mostly 4G LTE with occasional drops.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; mostly cafes and guesthouses with WiFi rather than dedicated coworking.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but limited compared to larger Thai cities like Chiang Mai or Bangkok.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Popular among divers and travelers but less so for long-term digital nomads due to limited infrastructure.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIMs with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance with relaxed island lifestyle and plenty of outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with clean beaches, though some areas suffer from tourist-related waste.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some public areas and beaches can have litter, but generally maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Basic English widely spoken in tourist areas; more limited in local communities.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to island location and low traffic; occasional haze during burning season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for families; more suited to solo travelers or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to mainland or bigger cities required.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
73%
Weight: 25
Affordable for minor treatments; limited facilities may increase costs for emergencies.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare infrastructure on the island; basic clinics only.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
61%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk; occasional tropical storms and monsoon rains can cause flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural greenery and forested hills; limited manicured parks.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Common in accommodations and cafes but less prevalent in budget options.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; tropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from nightlife and tourist activity; quieter in off-peak areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Thai island culture with local festivals and traditions; strong tourist influence.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Casual nightlife with beach bars and small clubs; quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent for diving, snorkeling, hiking, and beach activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours including diving, island hopping, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
41%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars and small venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Strong local Thai cuisine with some international options; seafood is a highlight.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; more limited than mainland tourist hubs.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; mostly small-scale facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood; some vegetarian/vegan options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Europe overlap; less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
39%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly reliant on global online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
32%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to major cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem on the island.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Cash dominant but mobile payments and cards accepted in tourist areas.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited infrastructure or community presence.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
No airport on the island; nearest airports require ferry transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
15%
Weight: 20
No public transit system; reliance on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
69%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small areas but hilly terrain and distances limit overall walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis and motorbike taxis available.
🚲 Cycling
57%
Weight: 10
Possible but hilly terrain and traffic can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited to ferries and buses; no direct flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
91%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage island-wide; 5G limited or unavailable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; no major restrictions on usage.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages during storms; generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to cafes and guesthouses.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; longer stays require extensions or special visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Thailand has moderate tax policies; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom; some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest in Thailand mainland.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without long-term visas; requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Complex procedures and restrictions for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa for Koh Tao; Thailand offers some options but limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Friendly community but limited infrastructure for long-term nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Moderate presence on social media and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers; standard precautions advised.
✊ Racial Tolerance
72%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some cultural misunderstandings possible.