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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Tabriz is generally very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in apartments or shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and traditional food are inexpensive and widely available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited variety of entertainment options but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but may lack modern equipment compared to Western standards.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences significant inflation and volatility, impacting financial planning.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Moderate speeds with occasional throttling; fiber connections limited but improving.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very few formal coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
41%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
19%
Weight: 100
Tabriz is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain for foreigners with proper ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life supports balance, but work infrastructure is limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; industrial areas affect air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
58%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some areas are well-maintained while others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
34%
Weight: 30
Persian is dominant; English is not widely spoken, posing challenges for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
47%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be problematic, especially in winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture with facilities for children but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
63%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; quality varies but generally acceptable.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
86%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is decent but specialized treatments may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
65%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; some seasonal extremes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; other natural disasters are rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
43%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with noticeable changes in temperature and scenery.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels typical of a mid-sized city.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many traditional sites.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby mountains and natural sites offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools for foreigners; immersion possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to explore local markets, historical sites, and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; cinemas and malls exist but are limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Traditional Persian cuisine is rich and affordable; street food is popular.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; wellness culture is not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; traditional diets include healthy options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30 is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign employers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those that do are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging but limited startup ecosystem with some tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
37%
Weight: 10
Local payment systems exist but international payment options are restricted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Tabriz airport offers domestic flights and limited international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus system is functional but limited; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Some local ride-hailing apps available; international apps limited.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not widely used.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
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
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary due to internet restrictions but can be unstable.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Visa process is restrictive and can be complicated for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
15%
Weight: 15
Significant restrictions on freedom of speech and internet censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Political environment is tense with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
25%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to documentation and sanctions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow processes for business setup.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Tabriz.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime but some petty crime exists.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural restrictions and dress codes may pose challenges for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; foreigners may experience some social barriers.