At a glance
 CN
Lhasa
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 BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Bhutan |
| Nomad score | 5.0 / 10 | 4.5 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $1,634 / mo | $1,495 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 17° / 9°C | 27° / 18°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 47 Good | 56 Moderate |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 15.8°C | 23.7°C |
| Average low | 4.2°C | 14°C |
| Precipitation | 61 mm / mo | 152 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 332 h / mo | 283 h / mo |
| Humidity | 40% | 78% |
| Rain days | 9.3 / mo | 16.6 / mo |
| Wind speed | 11.2 km/h | 7.7 km/h |
CN
Lhasa · average high by month
J 8
F 8
M 13
A 16
M 19
J 24
J 23
A 22
S 20
O 17
N 12
D 9
BT
Wangdue Phodrang · average high by month
J 17
F 17
M 22
A 25
M 26
J 28
J 29
A 28
S 28
O 25
N 21
D 19
Air quality
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 47 | 56 |
| PM2.5 | 5.5 µg/m³ | 1.2 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 5.8 µg/m³ | 1.2 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 92 µg/m³ | 118 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 4.3 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 0.7 | 1.6 |
| Local Payment Services | 6.7 | 3.0 |
| Startup Scene | 2.4 | 1.7 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 4.1 | 3.0 |
| Green Spaces | 5.4 | 8.7 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.8 | 7.8 |
| Seasonal Variety | 6.4 | 6.7 |
| Weather | 5.7 | 6.1 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.0 | 6.3 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 7.6 | 6.1 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 3.8 | 2.9 |
| VPN Reliability | 3.1 | 6.2 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.9 | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living | 7.2 | 5.1 |
| Currency Stability | 8.5 | 6.8 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.2 | 5.8 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.2 | 5.8 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 5.6 | 5.0 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.7 | 5.5 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 8.7 | 7.6 |
| Indoors Fun | 3.4 | 2.9 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 4.6 | 2.7 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 8.4 | 6.7 |
| Nightlife | 2.9 | 1.6 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 9.4 | 9.1 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 1.1 | 0.9 |
| Nomad Friendly | 2.2 | 2.3 |
| Online Community Presence | 1.1 | 1.4 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 3.6 | 2.0 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 1.9 | 0.9 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 1.8 | 0.9 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.3 | 1.2 |
| Internet Speed | 5.7 | 4.7 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 6.2 | 5.8 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 4.1 | 2.7 |
| Food Scene | 5.8 | 4.3 |
| Healthy Food Options | 4.6 | 4.4 |
| Yoga Studios | 3.2 | 2.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 5.8 | 4.4 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.2 | 7.7 |
| Healthcare Quality | 5.4 | 4.1 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 2.5 | 2.7 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 3.2 | 2.3 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.3 | 5.1 |
| Political Stability | 5.9 | 7.6 |
| Tax Friendliness | 4.2 | 3.4 |
| Visa Ease | 3.0 | 2.1 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 6.8 | 8.8 |
| Cleanliness | 6.7 | 7.5 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.0 | 8.5 |
| Family Friendly | 4.9 | 6.4 |
| Language Barrier | 3.2 | 5.5 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.0 | 7.2 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 7.3 | 7.3 |
| Racial Tolerance | 4.6 | 7.3 |
| Safety | 8.3 | 8.7 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 6.0 | 2.6 |
| Cycling | 3.7 | 2.6 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 5.3 | 3.1 |
| Public Transit | 5.6 | 2.2 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 4.5 | 0.5 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.7 | 1.1 |
| Walkability | 6.2 | 4.8 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 2.6 | 1.4 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 2.6 | 1.9 |
| Networking Opportunities | 2.4 | 1.9 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 2.8 | 2.4 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.2 | 5.4 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $44 per pair | $37 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $29 per dress | $24 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $74 per pair | $69 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $44 per month | $37 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $7.36 per ticket | $3.20 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $4.42 per cup | $1.92 per cup |
| Beer | $1.77 per pint | $2.35 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $3.68 per meal | $3.74 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $37 per meal | $27 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $5.89 per meal | $5.87 per meal |
| Apples | $1.77 per kg | $1.71 per kg |
| Bread | $1.47 per loaf | $0.69 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.44 per bottle | $0.43 per bottle |
| Milk | $2.21 per liter | $1.01 per liter |
| Rice | $1.18 per kg | $1.17 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $4.42 per kg | $5.87 per kg |
| Beef | $8.83 per kg | $6.94 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $15 per bottle | $13 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $177 per month | $96 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $22 per visit | $16 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $4.42 per purchase | $4.81 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $265 per month | $91 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $442 per month | $134 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $736 per month | $694 per month |
| Coworking Space | $88 per month | $91 per month |
| Coliving Space | $589 per month | $374 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $12 per month | $10 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $15 per month | $13 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $6.62 per visit | $4.27 per visit |
| Laundry | $4.42 per kg | $8.54 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $10 per month | $8.01 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $18 per month | $34 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $8.83 one-time | $5.34 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $37 per month | $27 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $18 per hour | $6.41 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $22 per month | $19 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.77 per trip | $1.07 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.37 per km | $0.64 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $27 per month | $19 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $2.94 per trip | $4.81 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.25 per liter | $1.05 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $22 per month | $13 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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CN
Lhasa
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BT
Wangdue Phodrang
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $29 per month | $13 per month |