Da Nang, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
73%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities; daily expenses including food, transport, and entertainment are low.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and shared accommodations; good options for short and long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
90%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and delicious options; groceries are affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and public transport are very cheap; ride-hailing apps are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and cultural activities; some tourist spots can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality varies; some premium gyms cost more.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps; stable connections in cafes and coworking spaces.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, mostly concentrated in city center and beach areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes with reliable WiFi catering to digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer power outlets and comfortable seating for working.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
74%
Weight: 100
Growing community but less popular than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
93%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good access to beaches and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; better than larger Vietnamese cities but still some air and water quality concerns.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Public areas are fairly clean but street litter and waste management can be inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency outside tourist and expat areas; basic Vietnamese helpful.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable but occasional spikes in pollution during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Limited international schools; suitable for short family stays.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is adequate; international clinics available but limited compared to major cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical services are inexpensive compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to bigger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from September to December.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and beach areas but limited large green urban spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
87%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations, cafes, and coworking spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and scooters; quieter in residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, temples, and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant but smaller scale nightlife compared to Ho Chi Minh City; bars and beach clubs popular.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
81%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, mountains, and national parks; good for hiking and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Vietnamese language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, cooking classes, and day trips.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
91%
Weight: 25
Excellent street food and diverse Vietnamese cuisine; growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers, especially near the beach.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but not as widespread as in bigger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and healthy Vietnamese dishes widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia; less ideal for Americas and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing expat and digital nomad community but smaller scale networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Small but emerging freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Good quality spaces with modern amenities but fewer options than major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Nascent startup ecosystem; more developed in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash remains dominant; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
64%
Weight: 15
Interest in crypto is growing but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
International airport with connections to major Asian cities; limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
42%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
84%
Weight: 15
Popular and affordable ride-hailing apps like Grab widely used.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes; scooter use preferred.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Vietnamese cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
90%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are ubiquitous and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage city-wide; 5G expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well despite some government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional short outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; limited long-term digital nomad visa options.
📊 Tax Friendliness
57%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations; limited clarity for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Restricted political speech; government controls media and internet.
🏛️ Political Stability
72%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local documentation and presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Possible but bureaucratic; better for locals than foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; reliant on tourist or business visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners; growing infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
62%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events but less frequent than larger hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
68%
Weight: 20
Active Facebook groups and forums for Da Nang digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low violent crime; petty theft can occur but generally safe.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Safe for solo female travelers with some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination reported.