Karachi, Pakistan 🇵🇰
#271
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options available, though quality varies significantly by neighborhood.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and diverse options; imported goods are pricier.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-sharing are very cheap, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced but quality and facilities vary widely.
💱 Currency Stability
42%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee experiences moderate volatility and inflationary pressures.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
61%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; fiber available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited but growing number of coworking spaces, mostly in central business districts.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; power outlets and seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; community is small and informal.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans available.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Long working hours are common; cultural emphasis on work can affect balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air and water pollution are significant issues in Karachi.
🧼 Cleanliness
35%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste management and general cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
English is widely understood among educated populations; Urdu is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
31%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels often exceed safe limits, especially in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities; schools and healthcare vary.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Private healthcare facilities offer decent quality; public healthcare is under-resourced.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are generally affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
54%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare is uneven; expats often rely on private clinics.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with mild winters; summers can be very hot and humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional earthquakes; no major frequent disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
41%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in homes, offices, and public spaces due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
34%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mostly hot with a short mild winter.
🔊 Noise Pollution
34%
Weight: 10
High levels of noise pollution from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with diverse traditions and vibrant arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited and conservative compared to Western standards.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
47%
Weight: 15
Limited natural outdoor spaces within the city; beaches nearby but urban pollution affects experience.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Urdu and regional languages exist but are not widely promoted for foreigners.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Cultural tours and local experiences available but infrastructure is basic.
🎳 Indoors Fun
52%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls and cinemas available but entertainment options are limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Diverse and flavorful local cuisine with many street food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer yoga classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but vary in quality and equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options exist but are less common; street food dominates.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 time zone is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
51%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads; some startup meetups exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
44%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure and support are limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
53%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities compared to global standards.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
57%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
59%
Weight: 10
Mobile payment adoption is growing but cash remains dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Limited regulatory clarity; crypto use is niche and somewhat restricted.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Jinnah International Airport offers decent connectivity to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Public transit is limited and often overcrowded; no metro system currently.
🚶 Walkability
42%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are inconsistent and often unsafe.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
74%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing apps like Careem and Uber operate widely and affordably.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is almost non-existent; traffic and safety concerns prevail.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services available but can be unreliable and uncomfortable.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
28%
Weight: 10
Very limited availability of scooter or bike rentals for short-term use.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
72%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout is in early stages.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions and slowdowns occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common in many parts of the city.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
39%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
56%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are obtainable but process can be bureaucratic and slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
43%
Weight: 15
Restrictions exist on media and online speech; sensitive topics can be risky.
🏛️ Political Stability
47%
Weight: 20
Political environment is volatile with occasional unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Process is bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves multiple steps and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program exists.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
49%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Karachi-based digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
41%
Weight: 100
Safety concerns exist due to crime and political instability; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
32%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms and safety issues make it challenging for solo female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional ethnic and sectarian tensions occur.