💰 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 eateries offer inexpensive and fresh food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; many places are walkable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options but affordable cultural activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
31%
Weight: 30
Iranian Rial experiences high inflation and volatility, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Average speeds with frequent throttling and occasional outages; improving but limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Yazd 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 passport.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with slower pace, but limited modern amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to desert location but dry climate.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Historic areas are maintained but some urban parts less clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Persian (Farsi) is dominant; English is rarely spoken outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good but occasional dust storms can reduce air quality.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; advanced treatments require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical services are inexpensive compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues but limited for complex medical needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with lots of sunshine; winters are mild but can be cold at night.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of floods or hurricanes; occasional earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
35%
Weight: 10
Limited green parks due to desert environment.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mostly dry and hot summers with mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
92%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with unique architecture and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to cultural and legal restrictions.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Desert landscapes and historic sites offer unique outdoor experiences.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours and traditional experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Traditional Persian cuisine with local specialties; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are almost non-existent due to cultural norms.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; less emphasis on organic or health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
UTC+3:30; moderate overlap with Europe and Asia, less with Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited platforms and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Emerging but very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Mostly cash-based economy; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Yazd Airport has limited domestic flights; international connections require transfer.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no metro or tram system.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact old city is very walkable; newer areas less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Some local ride-hailing apps exist but not widespread.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; hot climate discourages cycling.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect Yazd to major cities; moderate convenience.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Very rare or non-existent scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in city; rural outskirts less reliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
30%
Weight: 20
VPN use is common but often blocked or slowed by government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity but occasional outages occur.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in hotels and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Iranian visa process is complex and restrictive for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is not transparent; foreign income taxation unclear.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
10%
Weight: 15
Strict government controls limit freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
30%
Weight: 20
Political tensions and sanctions create uncertainty.
🏦 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 slow process, especially for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar permits available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall environment not very supportive or welcoming to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Almost no digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Very small online community for digital nomads in Yazd.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural restrictions and dress codes limit female freedom.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; foreigners may face occasional discrimination.