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Nha Trang, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
70%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
89%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to Western countries; local goods and services are inexpensive.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable apartments and shared housing options, especially outside peak tourist areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
92%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer cheap and fresh options; imported goods are pricier but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Motorbike rentals and local buses are very cheap; taxis and ride-hailing services are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
80%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment including bars, cinemas, and local events; nightlife is budget-friendly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced; some upscale gyms are more expensive but basic facilities are affordable.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to inflation and currency fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Generally good internet speeds (20-50 Mbps) with fiber-optic in many areas; occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center, but fewer than larger Vietnamese cities like Ho Chi Minh City.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and are popular spots for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
76%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City; smaller nomad community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
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 beach access supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; coastal location helps but some urban pollution persists.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Street cleanliness varies; tourist areas are cleaner but some parts have litter and poor waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist and expat areas; Vietnamese is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
61%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality but can worsen during dry season and with traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and schools; better suited for singles or couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available; international clinics and hospitals are limited but improving.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
87%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are very affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
65%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to bigger cities or abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from September to December.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and beach areas but limited large green urban spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations, cafes, and coworking spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate means little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and nightlife, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Vietnamese culture with local festivals, cuisine, and history.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars and clubs, but quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches, nearby islands, and natural attractions for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some Vietnamese language schools and informal learning opportunities available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
82%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours including boat trips, cultural tours, and cooking classes.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly bars, cafes, and small cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Excellent local food scene with fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers are available; fewer specialized facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
80%
Weight: 15
Plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood; vegetarian options growing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major hubs; some expat and nomad meetups exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing; limited local support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with basic amenities; fewer premium options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is minimal compared to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment apps are growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Interest in crypto is rising but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Nha Trang Cam Ranh International Airport has domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly motorbike taxis and buses.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but less so in outskirts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Grab and other ride-hailing apps widely used and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure is limited and traffic can be chaotic.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other cities; affordable and frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
90%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are abundant and cheap, popular among locals and tourists.
📡 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; some occasional slowdowns due to government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can occur during storms or maintenance.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are relatively easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex for foreigners; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Restricted freedom of speech and censorship are present.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally politically stable with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts as a foreigner can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures and local partnerships.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; tourists must rely on short-term visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but still developing nomad community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few regular nomad events; community is small but active on social media.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Some online groups and forums but less vibrant than larger nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Reasonably safe for women but cultural differences and language barriers exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional discrimination against foreigners reported.