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Cam Ranh, Vietnam 🇻🇳
#1423
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to global standards; daily expenses including food and transport are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays; options include budget apartments and guesthouses.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and fresh options; imported goods are pricier but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport is minimal but motorbike rentals and taxis are very cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options but affordable local activities and beach access.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
70%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; reliable but can be inconsistent in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or work from accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many local cafes offer WiFi, though speeds and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; mostly casual local spots.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable local SIM cards.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beach access supports good balance, though work infrastructure is limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Coastal city with decent air quality; some pollution from traffic and development.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean; waste management improving but still inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; basic Vietnamese knowledge helpful.
💨 Air Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to coastal location; occasional pollution spikes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented facilities but safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; for serious issues, travel to Nha Trang or bigger cities recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable but limited in scope.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor ailments; lack of specialized care locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
83%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season from September to December.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks but abundant natural coastal and rural green areas nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have AC due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot and humid with a distinct rainy season.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and local activities; quieter than major cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and cuisine; less touristy than major cities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and beachside venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches, nearby islands, and natural parks offer excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially marine and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment; some cafes and small cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Excellent local Vietnamese cuisine with fresh seafood; street food abundant.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available; healthy eating easy.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia; less ideal for Americas and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Small digital nomad community; few formal networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on global online platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance infrastructure; freelancers mostly independent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
39%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem in Cam Ranh.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Cam Ranh International Airport offers domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
28%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on motorbikes and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but limited sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Grab and similar apps operate but coverage less extensive than major cities.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to nearby cities; airport access for flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
88%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals widely available and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
72%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi limited mostly to cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available; some restrictions apply.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Restricted freedom of speech under government regulations.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local documentation and presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities for nomads but lacks community and infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Cam Ranh digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.