Aktobe, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#129
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially for long-term stays in apartments or shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer inexpensive fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very affordable; fuel prices are low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable, though facilities may vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Kazakhstani tenge experiences moderate fluctuations but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-40 Mbps; stable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; few options mostly in central areas.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
51%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
29%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads or remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Aktobe is not a known hub for digital nomads; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace compared to larger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; industrial activity affects air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are dominant; English is rarely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
48%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be an issue due to industry and vehicle emissions.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
54%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
57%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with very cold winters and hot summers; winters can be harsh.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
86%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
62%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is present in newer buildings but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Kazakh culture with Russian influences; limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
39%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
63%
Weight: 15
Access to steppe landscapes and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
41%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities for Russian and Kazakh.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
47%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; local experiences mostly self-guided.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
69%
Weight: 25
Traditional Kazakh and Russian cuisine dominate; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
56%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed foods are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
64%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
27%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
31%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
29%
Weight: 20
Limited local freelance ecosystem and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality and amenities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity and ecosystem in Aktobe.
💳 Local Payment Services
58%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
33%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
44%
Weight: 30
Aktobe Airport offers limited domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Bus network is functional but limited in coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
52%
Weight: 20
City center is somewhat walkable; suburban areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
49%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but are less prevalent than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
36%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses and trains connect to other cities but options are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
18%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
73%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
61%
Weight: 40
Visa process is straightforward for many nationalities but no special digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special incentives for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
43%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions on media and speech; moderate political control.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires paperwork and local address; not very streamlined.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
47%
Weight: 10
Bureaucracy can be slow and complex for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
23%
Weight: 50
City is not well set up or popular among digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
12%
Weight: 25
Almost no events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums related to Aktobe for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
51%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; some cultural conservatism may affect female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
56%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional xenophobia reported.