Atyrau, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#1398
47.106718, 51.913897
Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to Western cities, but higher than other Central Asian cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for expats, but can be high for local standards.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, but options are limited.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be costly relative to local income.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with a few good facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
58%
Weight: 30
The tenge has seen fluctuations, but remains relatively stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
67%
Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds, though not as fast as in major cities globally.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but the quality can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but not a strong culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to a lack of community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance, but work culture can be demanding.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Some pollution issues, but overall decent environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; some neighborhoods are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are predominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor, especially in winter months.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are adequate, with some good private options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is relatively affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available, but quality can vary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and hot summers; not ideal for those preferring mild climates.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safer choice.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces, but some parks are available.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Common in many buildings, especially during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
40%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons, but harsh winters limit outdoor activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and a few clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Surrounding nature is beautiful, but access can be limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
35%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not a major tourist destination.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities; mostly shopping malls and cafes.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Diverse local cuisine, but limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not a strong focus.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for global collaboration.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces exist but lack quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Underdeveloped startup scene with few resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are available, but not as advanced as in other countries.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Some interest in blockchain, but limited adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Decent connectivity, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Public transit options exist but are not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but overall not pedestrian-friendly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Not a bike-friendly city; cycling infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options, but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Decent mobile coverage, but quality can vary.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Power supply is generally reliable, with few outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but not widespread or reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic but manageable.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, with some incentives for businesses.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; some restrictions exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
55%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, but political tensions can arise.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic but is possible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
65%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but petty crime can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms can be restrictive.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some ethnic tensions exist.