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Artashat, Armenia 🇦🇲
#1716 ,

Nomad Score: 56%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Artashat is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89% Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with basic apartments available at very reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85% Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce and staples at low cost.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90% Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72% Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75% Weight: 10
Gyms are available with low monthly fees, though facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
63% Weight: 30
The Armenian dram is moderately stable but can experience fluctuations.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
68% Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds with 4G widely available; fiber-optic less common.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55% Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38% Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21% Weight: 100
Artashat is not a known digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80% Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle compared to big cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60% Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some industrial pollution nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
54% Weight: 10
Cleanliness is average; some public areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40% Weight: 30
Armenian is dominant; limited English spoken outside younger population.
💨 Air Quality
58% Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate; occasional pollution from local industry.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
55% Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
50% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80% Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
55% Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to Yerevan.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
74% Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
42% Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65% Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low traffic noise.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich Armenian cultural heritage with local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
30% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65% Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions but limited urban outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35% Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50% Weight: 10
Some local tours available but limited compared to larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38% Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
60% Weight: 25
Traditional Armenian cuisine prevalent; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25% Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40% Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55% Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; processed healthy options limited.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70% Weight: 20
UTC+4 is convenient for Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
28% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32% Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
30% Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and centered in Yerevan.
💳 Local Payment Services
55% Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
35% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Yerevan, about 30 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
40% Weight: 20
Limited public transit options within Artashat.
🚶 Walkability
50% Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
25% Weight: 10
Poor cycling infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55% Weight: 15
Buses and minibuses connect to Yerevan and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15% Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60% Weight: 15
Occasional power outages but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
78% Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; limited incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
65% Weight: 15
Generally free but some media restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60% Weight: 20
Relatively stable but regional tensions persist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45% Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55% Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but paperwork is required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
30% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10% Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for nomads in Artashat.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
70% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Safe for women but traditional cultural norms apply.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50% Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity.

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