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Quy Nhon, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western standards; low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental options including serviced apartments and guesthouses; cheaper than major Vietnamese cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
90%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options; groceries are inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
92%
Weight: 20
Motorbike rentals and local buses are very cheap; fuel prices are low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options but affordable local activities and beach access.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but fewer in number; membership prices are low compared to Western countries.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to inflation risks and government controls.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps; generally reliable but occasional outages in remote areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
56%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited compared to bigger cities like Ho Chi Minh or Hanoi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi; good spots for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread; power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a nomad destination; less popular than Da Nang or Hoi An.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with beach access supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches and relatively low pollution compared to larger cities.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas have litter and less developed waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken outside tourist areas; basic Vietnamese helpful.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Good for families seeking quiet beach life but limited schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; for serious issues, travel to bigger cities recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Medical services are inexpensive compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced medical facilities locally; adequate for minor ailments.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; some rainy season but mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
52%
Weight: 10
Occasional typhoons and flooding during rainy season; moderate risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Access to beaches and some parks; less urban greenery.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and cafes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
31%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with minimal seasonal changes; mostly hot and humid.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively quiet compared to larger cities; occasional street noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly low-key bars and beach gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Beautiful beaches, mountains nearby, and outdoor activities available.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some local language schools and informal opportunities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good options for cultural tours, fishing villages, and nature excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment; few cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
89%
Weight: 25
Excellent local seafood and Vietnamese cuisine; affordable and fresh.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; not a major wellness hub yet.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+7; convenient for Asia and Europe overlap but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking; small expat and nomad community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; few local resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
51%
Weight: 30
Basic facilities; not many modern coworking spaces.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; more prevalent in bigger Vietnamese cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
68%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but regulatory environment uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Phu Cat Airport with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
32%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on motorbikes and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but infrastructure limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Grab and similar apps widely used for motorbike and car rides.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains available but travel times can be long.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
88%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are cheap and widely available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
72%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; occasional government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas easy to obtain; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese tax system complex; limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Restricted compared to Western standards; government controls media.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; rely on tourist or business visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination but lacks infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; small nomad community.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups focused on Quy Nhon.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers but cultural differences exist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than major cities.