Lankaran, Azerbaijan 🇦🇿
#837
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Lankaran offers a very affordable cost of living compared to major cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with options for budget apartments and guesthouses.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive, with fresh produce readily available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are affordable, though options are limited compared to larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, mostly local cafes and small venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
The Azerbaijani manat has moderate stability but can be affected by regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Internet is generally stable with speeds around 20-30 Mbps, sufficient for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces in Lankaran.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
54%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; quiet spaces are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Lankaran is not a popular destination among digital nomads currently.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace of life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean air and proximity to nature contribute to high environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some areas can have litter and less maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Azerbaijani is the main language; English is not widely spoken outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented culture but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but limited in advanced care and facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical needs may require travel to Baku.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mild subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters, though humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
76%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to forests and the Caspian Sea.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in all accommodations but available in newer places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate seasonal changes with mild winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to smaller city size and less traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with unique traditions and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small local bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, forests, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
42%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with fresh seafood and traditional Azerbaijani dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
73%
Weight: 20
UTC+4 time zone is convenient for European and Middle Eastern remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance ecosystem and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Almost no coworking spaces; quality is not established.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Small and emerging startup community mostly centered in Baku.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still limited adoption and regulation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Lankaran International Airport offers limited flights, mostly domestic and regional.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited public transportation options; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but coverage is limited compared to major cities.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling is possible but not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services connect to other cities; no train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No established scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots outside cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions exist but generally moderate freedom.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but regional tensions can affect perceptions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and requires local documentation; not very straightforward for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is improving but still involves paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Almost no organized events or meetups for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Lankaran.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms may require some caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than major cosmopolitan cities.