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Lahore, Pakistan 🇵🇰
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Lahore is very affordable compared to Western cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and shared accommodations, though premium areas can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
93%
Weight: 20
Public transport and ride-hailing services are inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
82%
Weight: 15
Affordable cinemas, cultural events, and dining out options.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but quality varies widely.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee has experienced volatility and inflationary pressures.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
63%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 10-20 Mbps in urban areas; fiber available but not widespread.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
57%
Weight: 40
Growing number of coworking spaces but still limited compared to major hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, but connection quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; work environment varies.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Long working hours common; cultural emphasis on family and social life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant issue, especially in winter months.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
Public areas can be littered; sanitation infrastructure improving but inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
67%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken among educated population; Urdu is main language.
💨 Air Quality
31%
Weight: 15
High pollution levels, especially in winter due to smog.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture but limited international schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
50%
Weight: 20
Private hospitals offer decent care; public healthcare is limited.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare accessible; specialized care requires private facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters; some discomfort due to heat and dust.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
45%
Weight: 10
Some parks and gardens but limited green areas in the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
79%
Weight: 15
Common in homes and offices due to hot climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
52%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mostly hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
39%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and urban activity.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historic sites, festivals, and arts.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; cafes and restaurants close early.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
51%
Weight: 15
Some nearby natural attractions but urban environment dominates.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
64%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Urdu and Punjabi; English widely used.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Rich history and cultural tours available; guided city tours common.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Shopping malls, cinemas, and cultural centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
90%
Weight: 25
Vibrant street food and traditional cuisine with diverse flavors.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43%
Weight: 10
Limited yoga studios; some wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Gyms and sports clubs present but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce good; traditional diet can be heavy.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+5; convenient for Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
54%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and freelancer communities but still niche.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
48%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly freelance or outsourcing.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
52%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community; platforms used but infrastructure limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces; amenities and environment improving.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
56%
Weight: 15
Growing tech startups mainly in Lahore and Karachi.
💳 Local Payment Services
61%
Weight: 10
Mobile wallets and banking apps available but less integrated.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
39%
Weight: 15
Regulatory uncertainty; crypto use limited and cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Allama Iqbal International Airport connects to major regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Bus services available; metrobus system operational but limited coverage.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks inconsistent; traffic and pollution reduce walkability.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
72%
Weight: 15
Uber and Careem widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; traffic safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Rail and bus services connect Lahore to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
41%
Weight: 10
Some electric scooter and bike rentals emerging but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; 5G rollout in progress.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
53%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages still occur; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and malls.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas available but application process can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; limited incentives for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
42%
Weight: 15
Restrictions exist; sensitive topics can be censored.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Occasional political unrest; generally stable but unpredictable.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
58%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
56%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but improving with digital services.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Basic amenities present but limited infrastructure for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community still small.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
49%
Weight: 20
Some online groups but limited compared to major hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
52%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime common, but violent crime less so in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
38%
Weight: 50
Cultural conservatism affects female mobility and safety.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic and religious sensitivities exist.