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Naryn, Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with basic apartments available at very reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce and staples at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, though options are limited due to small city size.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment venues but affordable options like local cafes and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low compared to global averages.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Kyrgyzstani som can be volatile; occasional fluctuations affect budgeting for nomads.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate internet speeds; sufficient for basic remote work but can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces in Naryn.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be spotty and not always reliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Minimal options tailored for digital nomads; most cafes are traditional and low-tech.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Naryn is not a known hub for digital nomads; very few foreigners stay long-term.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Quiet city with a slow pace of life conducive to balance, but limited amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean mountain air and natural surroundings contribute to good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets but infrastructure is basic and some areas less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
34%
Weight: 30
Russian and Kyrgyz are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges for communication.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to mountainous location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment but limited amenities for children and families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but facilities are limited and not up to international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, but quality and availability are concerns.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited medical services; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow and short summers; not ideal for those seeking warm, sunny climates.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes and landslides; no frequent natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by mountains and nature; ample outdoor green areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21%
Weight: 15
Rarely found in homes or public places due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Kyrgyz culture with traditional festivals and local customs.
🌃 Nightlife
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to mountains, hiking, and natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
25%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Traditional Kyrgyz cuisine dominates; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed healthy options are scarce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+6 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
18%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces; informal setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup activity in Naryn.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services exist but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
10%
Weight: 30
No local airport; nearest airports are several hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within the city; no metro or extensive network.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Small city size makes walking feasible for most daily needs.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are rare or non-existent; taxis are traditional.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Some potential for cycling but infrastructure is minimal and terrain is hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to other cities but schedules are irregular.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some government restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Some political unrest historically but currently stable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and language barriers.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic hurdles exist; process is slow and complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not a typical destination for digital nomads; infrastructure and community lacking.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums related to Naryn for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, especially compared to larger cities.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; traditional culture may pose challenges but no major safety concerns.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity; foreigners may attract attention.