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Atyrau, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to Western cities, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but slightly higher than other Kazakh cities due to oil industry presence.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer affordable fresh produce and staples.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation and taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; prices are moderate but choices are few.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not abundant; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Kazakhstani tenge has moderate stability but can be affected by oil price fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small offices or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited power outlets and seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable local SIM cards.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Work culture is traditional; balance depends on individual lifestyle choices.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Industrial pollution from oil sector impacts air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas suffer from litter and industrial waste.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are dominant; English is rarely spoken outside business contexts.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to oil industry emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
52%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and very cold winters; not ideal for those avoiding cold.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in most modern buildings but not ubiquitous.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; industrial areas can be noisy.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich Kazakh culture with Russian influences; limited cultural events for foreigners.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is minimal with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural areas exist but limited within city limits.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly for Russian and Kazakh.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available focusing on oil industry and Kazakh culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is hearty but limited variety; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed and fast food are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; moderate overlap with European and Asian time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
25%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem in Atyrau.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Atyrau International Airport connects mainly to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus system available but limited coverage and frequency.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City layout is car-oriented; walking is possible but not always comfortable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps operate but with limited availability.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Few cycling lanes or infrastructure.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections exist but are slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No significant scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
65%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival and e-visa options available for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Restricted compared to Western standards; some government control over media.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires significant documentation for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process can be slow but manageable.
📄✈️ 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
Almost no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for nomads in Atyrau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Traditional gender roles prevalent; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some ethnic diversity but occasional discrimination.