Atyrau, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#1398
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western cities; cheaper than major Kazakh cities like Almaty or Nur-Sultan.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited options for short-term furnished apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, mainly buses; taxis are affordable but limited ride-sharing services.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; prices are low but choices are few.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gyms available but not widespread; membership fees are affordable but facilities vary in quality.
💱 Currency Stability
55%
Weight: 30
Kazakhstani tenge has moderate volatility; some inflation concerns but relatively stable in recent years.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end fiber widely available.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small offices or shared spaces without dedicated nomad infrastructure.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity can be inconsistent; few cater specifically to remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Scarce cafes designed for digital nomads; limited power outlets and work-friendly environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads; city is not a known destination for remote workers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed pace of life; fewer distractions but limited social and professional activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Industrial city with some pollution concerns; proximity to oil industry affects air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness in public areas; some litter and maintenance issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are dominant; English is rarely spoken outside younger population or business circles.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to oil industry and industrial activity; not ideal for sensitive individuals.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; lacks advanced medical facilities common in larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable but quality varies; private clinics cost more.
🏥 Healthcare
50%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical care requires travel to bigger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
38%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and hot summers; spring and autumn are short and variable.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas; urban environment dominated by industrial zones.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers; some enjoy seasonal changes.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich Kazakh culture with Russian influences; limited cultural events in Atyrau itself.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs, mostly local crowd.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
45%
Weight: 15
Nearby Caspian Sea and steppe landscapes offer some outdoor activities but limited infrastructure.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Russian or Kazakh.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some local tours related to oil industry and Caspian Sea; limited tourist infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas, malls, or indoor entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Traditional Kazakh and Russian cuisine dominate; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but no specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed and heavy foods are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 time zone suits some European and Asian time overlaps but less ideal for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional or digital nomad networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market focused on oil and industry; few remote or tech jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Almost no visible startup ecosystem in Atyrau.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness; regulatory environment unclear.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Atyrau International Airport connects to major Kazakh cities and some regional flights.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus system available but limited routes and schedules.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
City center somewhat walkable but many areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Few cycling lanes or infrastructure; not popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other Kazakh cities; limited international options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No known scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well; no major restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for many countries; e-visa system improving but still bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government controls media and public discourse.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable politically but with authoritarian tendencies.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not a recognized or supportive destination for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads in Atyrau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft possible.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women should exercise caution especially when alone at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some ethnic tensions exist but generally peaceful coexistence.