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Rustavi, Georgia 🇬🇪
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Rustavi is very affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly apartments available.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap and accessible.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are inexpensive but facilities may vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Georgian Lari is relatively stable but can experience moderate fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps, stable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; limited options in Rustavi itself.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
49%
Weight: 30
Not many cafes specifically catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Rustavi is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
81%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance, though limited professional networking.
🌳 Environmental Quality
51%
Weight: 15
Industrial activity affects air and environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
48%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas show neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Georgian and Russian are dominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to nearby industrial zones.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
56%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
56%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited advanced medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
59%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters, some seasonal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
67%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not ubiquitous in all buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
43%
Weight: 10
Industrial noise and traffic contribute to moderate noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich Georgian culture nearby, but Rustavi itself is more industrial.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
62%
Weight: 15
Close to natural attractions but city itself is industrial.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
54%
Weight: 10
Limited tours in Rustavi; more options in nearby Tbilisi.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Georgian food, but limited international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
54%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating is accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+4 is convenient for Europe and parts of Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
41%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
43%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
37%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped in Rustavi.
💳 Local Payment Services
61%
Weight: 10
Basic payment services available; international cards accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
52%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
59%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tbilisi, about 30 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
64%
Weight: 20
Public buses and minibuses operate but can be crowded.
🚶 Walkability
53%
Weight: 20
Some pedestrian areas but overall walkability is moderate.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
67%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Bolt and Yandex operate in the area.
🚲 Cycling
39%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good bus connections to Tbilisi and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
78%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage with major Georgian providers.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably without major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
69%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
51%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often slow.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
84%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; easy entry.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for small businesses.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
71%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political sensitivities exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest but overall stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local documentation; some bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with low fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
41%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Rustavi digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
67%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime but petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Moderate; some cultural conservatism but generally safe for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
54%
Weight: 50
Mixed; some xenophobia reported but improving.