Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#126
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Nomad Score:
56%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western cities, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays, but can vary depending on location.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable groceries; eating out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be limited; prices are generally low.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with several options in the city.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
The Kazakhstani tenge has moderate volatility; occasional fluctuations affect purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet infrastructure with average speeds around 50-70 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces; options exist but not abundant.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads; low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Generally balanced lifestyle with reasonable working hours and leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; some areas have air quality concerns especially in winter.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean but some public areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are predominant; English is not widely spoken outside tourist or business sectors.
💨 Air Quality
48%
Weight: 15
Air pollution spikes during winter due to heating; generally moderate air quality.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; international standards are limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
72%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
56%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical care may require travel abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
23%
Weight: 80
Harsh continental climate with very cold winters and short summers; limited sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers, though winters are extreme.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage blending Kazakh traditions and Soviet influences.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is limited compared to larger global cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
62%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but require travel; city itself has limited outdoor options.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Russian and Kazakh are available but not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
58%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences, but tourism infrastructure is modest.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is unique and affordable; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
42%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; niche market.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options exist but are limited compared to major global cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+6 time zone is moderately convenient for Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well developed locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but still in early stages.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and local banking services are functional but less advanced.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Well-connected international airport with flights to major regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and light rail system covering most of the city.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable, but some areas require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and harsh weather reduce cycling appeal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good rail and bus connections to other Kazakh cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few scooter or bike rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G rollout ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with occasional minor outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; process is straightforward.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government controls on media and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures can be bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some administrative hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Nur-Sultan.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate female friendliness; cultural norms may require caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some ethnic diversity but occasional discrimination reported.