Sukhothai, Thailand 🇹🇭
#1365
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to major Thai cities; low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Cheap guesthouses and apartments available; limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food are inexpensive and fresh; limited international grocery options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Low-cost local transport; mainly motorbike rentals and tuk-tuks.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues, but affordable local cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; prices are moderate but options are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
Thai Baht is relatively stable with minor fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent 4G coverage; fiber internet is limited and can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; mostly small cafes with WiFi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for cultural immersion and nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality; rural setting with natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
67%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas may have litter and less infrastructure maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; basic Thai knowledge helpful.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good, though occasional agricultural burning can affect air quality seasonally.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; for advanced care, travel to larger cities required.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities in Sukhothai; better options in nearby provinces.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, dry season preferred by many; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during monsoon.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, historical sites, and natural surroundings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning common in hotels and some cafes, but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal variation.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with UNESCO World Heritage sites.
🌃 Nightlife
29%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, parks, and historical ruins.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong local Thai cuisine presence; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; mostly small-scale or informal classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
41%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; healthy eating possible but limited organic options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is favorable for working with Asia and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
31%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; mostly dependent on global remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem locally.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payment options available; cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
32%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Sukhothai Airport with limited flights; major airports are a few hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
27%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on motorbikes and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Historic center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; mostly local taxis and motorbike taxis.
🚲 Cycling
67%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular for tourists; infrastructure is basic but manageable.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to nearby cities; no train station in Sukhothai.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
84%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G limited or unavailable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
78%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional minor outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Thailand has moderate tax policies; foreigners need to comply with regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist; sensitive topics are avoided publicly.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest in the country.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners without long-term visas or work permits.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Complex bureaucracy and restrictions for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
Thailand offers special visas but not specifically tailored for digital nomads yet.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads; more suited for cultural immersion.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Sukhothai digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but conservative cultural norms apply.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant; some cultural differences may exist.