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Multan, Pakistan 🇵🇰
#274
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Nomad Score:
53%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly options for single rooms and apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer inexpensive and diverse food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are very cheap, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but not widely available with modern equipment.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee has experienced volatility, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
56%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 10-20 Mbps; mobile internet is more common but variable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
54%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connection quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
37%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; work-friendly environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
28%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads currently.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and social life supports balance, but work infrastructure is limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern; limited green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
39%
Weight: 10
Public areas often suffer from litter and poor sanitation.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Urdu and Punjabi are dominant; English is understood in business but limited in daily life.
💨 Air Quality
38%
Weight: 15
Air pollution levels frequently exceed safe limits, especially in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented culture but limited child-friendly amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
47%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available but lacks advanced facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global standards.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Limited quality healthcare infrastructure; private clinics preferred.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Hot and dry climate with very hot summers; winters are mild but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during monsoon.
🏞️ Green Spaces
33%
Weight: 10
Few public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in homes and offices but not universal.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
41%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variation; mainly hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
37%
Weight: 10
High noise levels from traffic and street activities common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with historical sites and traditional festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; city is conservative with few late-night venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
40%
Weight: 15
Limited natural attractions nearby; mostly urban environment.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Urdu and Punjabi exist but few formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and historical site visits available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
37%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with flavorful traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
29%
Weight: 10
Yoga is not widely practiced or available in studio form.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited modern fitness centers; mostly basic gyms.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but healthy prepared food options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 is convenient for Asia and Europe but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is growing but infrastructure and support are minimal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist and those available lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup community but still small and underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
51%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and banking apps exist but adoption is moderate.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
34%
Weight: 15
Limited awareness and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
57%
Weight: 30
Multan International Airport offers domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
No formal metro or bus rapid transit; reliance on rickshaws and minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
42%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks are inconsistent; walking possible but not always safe or comfortable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Services like Careem and Uber operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
27%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
64%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
23%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is widespread with 4G available in most areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions and slowdowns occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
48%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding still common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
36%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
49%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visa available for some countries.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
41%
Weight: 15
Some restrictions and censorship exist, especially online.
🏛️ Political Stability
53%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political unrest occurs.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
47%
Weight: 15
Lengthy documentation and verification processes for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
52%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but improving with government digital initiatives.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
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
28%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Multan digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
56%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime and some security concerns exist.
♀️ Female Friendly
34%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women travelers should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some social conservatism and biases present.