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Yazd, Iran 🇮🇷
#189 ,

Nomad Score: 52%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
87% Weight: 150
Yazd is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85% Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in traditional houses or apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89% Weight: 40
Local markets and traditional food are inexpensive and widely available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90% Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, though public transit options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70% Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but not as widespread or modern as in larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
32% Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences significant volatility and inflation risks.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
54% Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and subject to government restrictions.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21% Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
63% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45% Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18% Weight: 100
Yazd is not a well-known destination for 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
72% Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60% Weight: 15
Desert climate with low pollution but dry conditions.
🧼 Cleanliness
65% Weight: 10
Generally clean city, especially in tourist areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
30% Weight: 30
Persian is dominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
55% Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate; dust storms can affect it seasonally.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
60% Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
58% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available but lacks advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84% Weight: 25
Healthcare services are very affordable.
🏥 Healthcare
60% Weight: 20
Satisfactory for minor issues but limited for complex treatments.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
79% Weight: 80
Hot desert climate with very dry summers and mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65% Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
32% Weight: 10
Limited green spaces due to desert environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40% Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mostly hot and dry.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65% Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
91% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with unique architecture and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
25% Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to cultural norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50% Weight: 15
Desert landscapes offer unique outdoor experiences but limited greenery.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40% Weight: 10
Few formal language schools for foreigners; immersion possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87% Weight: 10
Excellent opportunities for cultural tours and historical exploration.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
78% Weight: 25
Traditional Persian cuisine is flavorful and affordable.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15% Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40% Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed health foods are rare.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60% Weight: 20
UTC+3:30 is moderately favorable for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20% Weight: 25
Few networking events for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30% Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on international connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
30% Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
35% Weight: 10
Limited international payment options; reliance on cash and local methods.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is uncertain.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
45% Weight: 30
Yazd Airport offers limited domestic flights; international connections require transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
30% Weight: 20
Limited public transit infrastructure.
🚶 Walkability
68% Weight: 20
Compact old city is walkable; modern areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50% Weight: 15
Some ride-sharing apps operate but not as widespread.
🚲 Cycling
35% Weight: 10
Cycling is possible but infrastructure is minimal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55% Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect Yazd to other cities but options are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10% Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40% Weight: 20
VPNs are necessary due to internet restrictions; some instability reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65% Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
20% Weight: 40
Visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30% Weight: 30
Tax regulations are complex and not very favorable for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
15% Weight: 15
Significant restrictions on freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
40% Weight: 20
Stable internally but affected by international sanctions and tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
20% Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners due to regulations and sanctions.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30% Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
25% Weight: 50
Not a typical destination for digital nomads; limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10% Weight: 25
Very few or no nomad-specific events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20% Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads in Yazd.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
70% Weight: 100
Generally safe for travelers with usual precautions.
♀️ Female Friendly
30% Weight: 50
Cultural restrictions and dress codes may pose challenges for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50% Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; foreigners generally accepted but cultural differences exist.

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