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Can Tho, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options including serviced apartments and budget hotels.
🍎 Food & Groceries
90%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorbike rentals are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality and variety can vary.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps, sufficient for remote work but occasional outages occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to major Vietnamese cities like Ho Chi Minh City.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular spots for digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but fewer dedicated nomad-friendly spots.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Less popular among digital nomads compared to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for leisure and work.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels, especially during dry season; river proximity affects air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some areas have litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; Vietnamese is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality fluctuates; moderate pollution especially during dry months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Some family-friendly amenities but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for advanced care, travel to bigger cities needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
72%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters; rainy season from May to November.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
45%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding during rainy season; typhoons less frequent but possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and riverfront areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and cafes due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation beyond wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and street activity, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich Mekong Delta culture with unique local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more subdued compared to larger Vietnamese cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to Mekong Delta waterways, floating markets, and rural landscapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Vietnamese language schools available but limited compared to major cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of river tours, floating market visits, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with fresh seafood and Mekong specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; more common in bigger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables widely available; healthy eating possible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia but less ideal for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance community; mostly informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities but not high-end.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem compared to Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Can Tho International Airport offers domestic and limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on motorbikes and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Grab and similar apps widely used for motorbike and car rides.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Common mode of transport but limited dedicated cycling lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Bus and ferry services available; decent connectivity to nearby cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
85%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are cheap and widely accessible.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well but occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available; some bureaucratic hurdles.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system can be complex for foreigners; limited digital nomad-specific policies.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Restricted compared to Western standards; government controls media and speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and residency requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Possible but involves bureaucratic processes and local partnerships.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; standard tourist/business visas used.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to bigger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups focused on Can Tho digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe for women but cultural norms are conservative.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.