Gyumri, Armenia 🇦🇲
#998
40.797285, 43.849665
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
85%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
87%
Weight: 80
Rent is quite low, with many options available for both short and long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, and groceries are reasonably priced, especially fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, though fewer choices than in larger urban centers.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, but facilities may not be as modern.
💱 Currency Stability
60%
Weight: 30
The Armenian dram has shown some volatility, but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent, but can vary significantly depending on the provider.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, but a few are emerging in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, providing good spots for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are not extensive.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Gyumri is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
A relaxed pace of life contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, though some areas may experience pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies; some areas are well-maintained while others are less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Armenian is the primary language, and English is not widely spoken, creating some barriers.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, but can be affected by local pollution sources.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are available, but quality can vary significantly.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to many Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Limited advanced healthcare facilities; primary care is accessible and affordable.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
50%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and hot summers, with limited seasonal variety.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes, which is a concern for residents.
🏞️ Green Spaces
55%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but not extensive compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in many buildings, especially older ones.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Experiences four distinct seasons, but winter can be quite harsh.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites and local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on local bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities for Armenian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as developed as in larger tourist cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is flavorful, but options for international food are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, with limited classes offered.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but not as comprehensive as in larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not a wide variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone is favorable for working with Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities exist, but competition is limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with limited options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup scene is nascent, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available, but not as advanced as in larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, with most connections through Yerevan.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit options available, but not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City is relatively walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile network coverage, but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services are generally reliable for accessing international content.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate, with some benefits for foreign residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate level of freedom of speech, with some restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Political situation is relatively stable, but can be unpredictable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is possible, but can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible, but can involve red tape.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, with low crime rates compared to many cities.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Generally female-friendly, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate level of racial tolerance, but some prejudices exist.