Hoi An, Vietnam 🇻🇳
#521
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Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Hoi An offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western standards, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and apartments are common, though prices rise during tourist high season.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide cheap and fresh options; groceries are inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and local transport are very affordable and convenient.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low but quality varies.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but can be affected by regional economic shifts.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Generally reliable internet with speeds around 20-50 Mbps in most cafes and accommodations.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
68%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to major cities, but a few quality options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, popular among digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
83%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers with good seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with easy access to beaches and cultural sites supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but some pollution during peak tourist seasons.
🧼 Cleanliness
69%
Weight: 10
Clean in tourist areas but less so in outskirts and local markets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist and expat areas; basic Vietnamese helpful.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Air quality is decent but can worsen during dry season and nearby agricultural burning.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
63%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; better facilities require travel to Da Nang or Hanoi.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
82%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Satisfactory for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; rainy season from September to December.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to countryside and beaches provide green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have air conditioning due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly hot and humid with a distinct rainy season.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
93%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with UNESCO-listed old town, traditional crafts, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
57%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, focused on bars and small venues; less vibrant than bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, rivers, and countryside ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Vietnamese language schools and informal learning opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural tours, cooking classes, and craft workshops.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small cultural venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with fresh ingredients and diverse street food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and boutique style.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
81%
Weight: 15
Abundant fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood support healthy eating.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia and Australia but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally organized.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing but still nascent freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities than larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem; more activity in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant; some international card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Interest exists but regulatory environment is cautious and adoption limited.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
59%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Da Nang (30 km away) with regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
Old town is very walkable; outskirts less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
71%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab are widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
78%
Weight: 10
Popular mode of transport; flat terrain and scenic routes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to major cities; affordable and frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
92%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are abundant and cheap, a primary transport mode.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well, though occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
76%
Weight: 15
Power outages are rare but can happen during storms.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in tourist areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options exist but require planning; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system for foreigners; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech due to government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires local residency and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to nomads but infrastructure and services still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
53%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large or regular nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with some Facebook groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur but generally safe for travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional misunderstandings due to cultural differences.