Atyrau, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#1398
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher in central areas due to oil industry demand.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer affordable fresh produce; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; prices for available activities are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not abundant; membership fees are average for the region.
💱 Currency Stability
67%
Weight: 30
Kazakhstani tenge has moderate stability but can be affected by oil price fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are decent but can be inconsistent; fiber connections are limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomad infrastructure is minimal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
51%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
22%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads currently.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with reasonable prices.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Generally good balance with a slower pace of life outside work hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Industrial activity impacts air and water quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
55%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
38%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are predominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern due to oil industry and industrial emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities available but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but quality varies; advanced care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
53%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited specialized medical services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and hot summers; spring can be rainy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
87%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
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 universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Industrial noise and traffic contribute to moderate noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Kazakh culture with Russian influences; limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited with few bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
57%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural areas exist but city itself is industrial and urban.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly for Russian and Kazakh.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but not widely promoted.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Traditional Kazakh and Russian cuisine dominate; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed food is common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5, moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and limited in scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited international integration.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Atyrau Airport connects mainly to regional hubs; limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Bus services available but no metro or tram system.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but overall infrastructure is car-oriented.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Yandex.Taxi operate but not widespread.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services available but can be slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in city; 5G rollout limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well without major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for some nationalities; e-visa system improving.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Restricted media environment; limited freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment but some regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires significant documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic but improving with government reforms.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for digital nomads in Atyrau.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; cultural norms may pose challenges.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic tensions exist.