Lankaran, Azerbaijan 🇦🇿
#837
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Lankaran is very affordable compared to major cities, with low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with options for budget apartments and guesthouses suitable for long stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer fresh produce and traditional food at very reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but what exists is quite affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low compared to global averages.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
The Azerbaijani manat has moderate volatility but generally stable in the short term.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end; fiber is limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very few dedicated coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
54%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies and can be slow.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
43%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Lankaran is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very few foreigners stay long-term.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace, good for balancing work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings, with coastal and forested areas nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean but some public areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Azerbaijani is dominant; limited English spoken outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Air quality is good due to low industrial activity and proximity to nature.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks advanced facilities; serious cases require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are inexpensive compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
52%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues but limited for complex medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Mild subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters; some humidity.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
74%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, forests, and coastal areas provide ample green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; less variation than continental climates.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
77%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with unique traditions, music, and cuisine.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, forests, and mountains for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; mostly informal opportunities to learn Azerbaijani.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and nature tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Traditional Azerbaijani cuisine with fresh local ingredients; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
62%
Weight: 20
UTC+4 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking or expat community events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
27%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
23%
Weight: 15
Very small startup ecosystem with limited resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and limited infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Lankaran Airport has limited flights; major international connections require travel to Baku.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options; mostly minibuses and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely used; taxis are common alternative.
🚲 Cycling
42%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety measures.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and taxi services connect to other cities but options are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No established scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in urban areas; rural coverage less consistent.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
68%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions on media and speech; cautious environment for criticism.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but regional tensions exist.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate process with some paperwork; improving but still bureaucratic.
📄✈️ 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 support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known regular nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence or groups focused on Lankaran digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, but standard precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; cultural norms may require some caution for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity; some cultural conservatism.