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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite affordable, especially outside the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local food and groceries are inexpensive and widely available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but facilities vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences high inflation and volatility, impacting financial planning.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds with frequent throttling and occasional outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, mostly small and not widely advertised.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
62%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
41%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads due to visa and infrastructure challenges.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain for foreigners with ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life supports balance, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially in winter months.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is moderate; some areas are well-maintained while others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Persian is dominant; English proficiency is low outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
39%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels often exceed WHO recommendations.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture with good schools but limited expat support.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good in major hospitals but limited in specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure but access can be limited for foreigners.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
74%
Weight: 80
Semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of other natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
47%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces within the city; some parks available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most modern buildings have air conditioning, but older structures may not.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
49%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise pollution in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with many historical sites and religious significance.
🌃 Nightlife
29%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is very limited due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
56%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but urban outdoor activities are limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Persian are available but not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and religious tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful Persian cuisine widely available.
🧠 Yoga Studios
21%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios due to cultural norms.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is common; healthy traditional dishes are available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30 is moderately favorable for communication with Europe and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
34%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
27%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small and not well developed.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
35%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist, with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but constrained by sanctions and regulations.
💳 Local Payment Services
38%
Weight: 10
Limited international payment options; reliance on local banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Mashhad International Airport connects to regional hubs but limited global flights.
🚇 Public Transit
63%
Weight: 20
Bus and metro services available but coverage is limited.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is moderately walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
67%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Snapp are widely used.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not common.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
69%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Iranian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary but often blocked or slowed by government.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
23%
Weight: 40
Visa process is restrictive and complicated for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
18%
Weight: 15
Significant restrictions on freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Political tensions and sanctions impact stability.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
25%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and sanctions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
32%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process with regulatory hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
27%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is challenging for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
19%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad-specific events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
33%
Weight: 20
Small online community with limited activity.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
61%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists but some caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural restrictions and dress codes limit female freedom.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance but some ethnic and religious sensitivities exist.