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Hoi An, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
70%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Hoi An offers a very affordable cost of living compared to Western standards, with low prices for food, transport, and daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
81%
Weight: 80
Affordable guesthouses and apartments are common, though prices can rise slightly in tourist hotspots.
🍎 Food & Groceries
90%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food provide cheap and delicious options; groceries are inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and local transport are very cheap and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cultural shows and local events, though nightlife is limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; memberships are affordable but not as cheap as local transport.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to some fluctuations; inflation is moderate.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds with fiber available in many places; occasional outages can occur.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
58%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to bigger cities; some cafes double as workspaces.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and are popular among digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers with good WiFi and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
91%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure activities and a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality, though some pollution during peak tourist seasons.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Tourist areas are relatively clean; outskirts can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist and expat areas; learning basic Vietnamese is helpful.
💨 Air Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality, but can worsen during dry season and due to traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited international schools and child-focused amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available locally; for serious issues, travel to Da Nang or Ho Chi Minh City recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities in Hoi An; good for minor ailments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
77%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters; rainy season from September to December.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
53%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to countryside and beaches offer green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and cafes have air conditioning due to tropical climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise in tourist areas; quieter in residential zones.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
91%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with UNESCO-listed old town, traditional crafts, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, rivers, and countryside; great for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Vietnamese language schools and informal learning opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant cultural tours, cooking classes, and local craft workshops.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes and small museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
93%
Weight: 25
Excellent local cuisine with fresh ingredients and diverse options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, mostly catering to tourists and expats.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers exist but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
81%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce and vegetarian options widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
GMT+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
57%
Weight: 25
Smaller digital nomad community limits networking but growing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
48%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Emerging but still small freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to major Vietnamese cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
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
63%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport in Da Nang (30 km) with domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Old town is very walkable; outskirts less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Grab and similar apps widely used for scooters and taxis.
🚲 Cycling
78%
Weight: 10
Popular mode of transport with flat terrain and scenic routes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect Hoi An to major cities; Da Nang airport nearby.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
90%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are cheap and widely available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well, though occasional blocks may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
79%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system complex for foreigners; no specific digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Government controls media and expression; limited freedom compared to Western countries.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local address; some banks more foreigner-friendly.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; relies on tourist or business visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Growing community and infrastructure but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large regular events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller online groups compared to bigger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but cultural norms should be respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity in the local population.