Krabi, Thailand 🇹🇭
#393
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Krabi offers a low cost of living compared to Western standards, with affordable food, transport, and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and guesthouses, especially outside peak tourist areas; luxury options are pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are very affordable and fresh; imported goods cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
82%
Weight: 20
Cheap local transport options like songthaews and scooter rentals keep costs low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment including beach activities and local events, though nightlife is limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership prices are moderate but not as cheap as other expenses.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with minor fluctuations; no major currency risks.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
71%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds in town centers and coworking spaces; some rural areas have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to bigger Thai cities; some cafes serve as informal workspaces.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
76%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
A modest number of cafes cater to nomads with power outlets and good WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Krabi is less popular than Chiang Mai or Bangkok but growing slowly as a nomad destination.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with easy access to nature supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally clean natural environment with beautiful beaches and greenery.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas are kept clean, but some rural and crowded spots can be less tidy.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51%
Weight: 30
English is spoken in tourist areas but limited outside; basic Thai knowledge helps.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Decent healthcare facilities for routine care; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is accessible; limited specialist services locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from May to October.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low earthquake risk; occasional flooding and storms during monsoon season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural parks, beaches, and forests nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have air conditioning, important due to tropical heat.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, temples, and traditional Thai lifestyle.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to major cities; mostly bars and beach parties.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, islands, hiking, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some Thai language schools and informal opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
88%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours including island hopping, rock climbing, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small cinemas and bars.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
89%
Weight: 25
Diverse and affordable Thai cuisine with fresh seafood and street food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers, though fewer than in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood; some vegetarian options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia and Europe but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; mostly informal meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
No significant local remote job market; mostly dependent on global online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
49%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
53%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional; fewer amenities than bigger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
31%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; most entrepreneurs operate informally.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and e-wallets are growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Krabi International Airport offers regional flights; fewer international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on songthaews and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
56%
Weight: 20
Walkable in town centers but distances and heat limit walking elsewhere.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
61%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing apps; mostly taxis and motorbike taxis.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited and roads can be busy.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good bus and ferry connections to nearby cities and islands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
89%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban and tourist areas; some rural gaps.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
73%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
64%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and hotels but not widespread outdoors.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; limited long-term digital nomad visa options.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Complex tax rules for foreigners; no special nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech with some restrictions on political topics.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest in Thailand.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
41%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa; relies on tourist or long-stay visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
63%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks infrastructure compared to bigger hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online nomad community presence.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
72%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and respectful environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional cultural misunderstandings may occur.