Peshawar, Pakistan 🇵🇰
#272
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Peshawar is generally very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for basic apartments, making it budget-friendly for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer inexpensive fresh produce and traditional food items.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and rickshaws are very cheap, making local travel affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Limited modern entertainment options; traditional cultural events are low cost but nightlife is minimal.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable prices but facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
42%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee has seen volatility, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
55%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than in major metro areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Peshawar is not a popular destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and are affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
65%
Weight: 30
Cultural emphasis on family and community supports balance, but work infrastructure is limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Air pollution and waste management issues affect environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
38%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with visible litter and sanitation challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
English is moderately spoken, but Pashto and Urdu dominate; some communication challenges exist.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a significant concern, especially in winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities for expats.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but lack advanced facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality and availability are limited.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped compared to global standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny but can be very hot in peak summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in many places but not universally standard.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cool winters but limited variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
30%
Weight: 10
High noise levels due to traffic and urban congestion.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with traditional Pashtun customs and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options due to conservative social norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions exist but urban access is limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Good opportunity to learn Pashto and Urdu in an immersive environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours available but tourism infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with flavorful traditional dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is widely available but healthy dining options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
GMT+5 time zone is moderately favorable for working with Europe and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Freelance infrastructure and community are limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and generally lack modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with few tech hubs or accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments exist but are not widespread or fully integrated.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Peshawar International Airport offers limited domestic and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is inconsistent and pedestrian safety is a concern.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Careem operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and not safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus and train services connect Peshawar to other cities but are basic.
🛵 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
60%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work but occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
45%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa process for Pakistan can be bureaucratic and slow for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers or digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Restrictions exist on media and speech; sensitive topics can be risky.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Region has experienced political unrest and security concerns.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and community support for nomads is very limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very small online presence for digital nomads in Peshawar.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
35%
Weight: 100
Security concerns exist due to regional instability; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture limits freedom and safety for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic and sectarian tensions exist.