Semey, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
#1399
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Semey is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with decent apartments available at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce and staples at low cost.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable though facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Kazakhstani tenge has moderate fluctuations but generally stable.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-end.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
43%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
18%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes specifically catering to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Semey is not known or popular among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with reasonable prepaid plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but limited leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Legacy industrial pollution affects some areas; air and soil quality moderate.
🧼 Cleanliness
51%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average; some areas well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
34%
Weight: 30
Kazakh and Russian are dominant; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be an issue due to industrial activity and heating.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with schools and parks but limited expat community.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited advanced care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
52%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
27%
Weight: 80
Harsh continental climate with cold winters and short summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas but limited in size and number.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than major cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich local Kazakh and Russian cultural influences with historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
56%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural areas for hiking and river activities but limited infrastructure.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
38%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; mostly local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Traditional Kazakh and Russian cuisine prevalent; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
57%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed food is common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+6 time zone suitable for working with Asia and some European countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
19%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic in quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is underdeveloped in Semey.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Semey Airport offers limited domestic flights; few international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Bus services cover the city but are infrequent and basic.
🚶 Walkability
54%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure outside is limited.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps exist but coverage and reliability are limited.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling is possible but not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections available but not very frequent or fast.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes or government buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process for Kazakhstan is straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions on media and expression exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
62%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Not particularly set up or welcoming for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or communities focused on Semey digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.