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Quetta, Pakistan 🇵🇰
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Quetta is generally very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in local neighborhoods.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce and groceries at very low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local rides are inexpensive and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable where available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee has experienced volatility, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
45%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unreliable compared to global standards.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; digital nomad infrastructure is minimal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
38%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi, and connection quality is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Lack of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Quetta is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life but limited amenities can affect balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution concerns.
🧼 Cleanliness
37%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Urdu and Pashto are dominant; English is limited outside educated circles.
💨 Air Quality
35%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is a concern, especially in winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable but limited in quality.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of floods or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cool winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
45%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, especially in busy markets and streets.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with strong tribal and historical influences.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; conservative social norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains and natural landscapes suitable for hiking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; immersion possible in local languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but not well developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Traditional Pakistani cuisine is flavorful and affordable.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are almost non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but limited organic or health-focused outlets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 is moderately favorable for working with Europe and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on global platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
18%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments exist but cash is still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
25%
Weight: 15
Low awareness and adoption of crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Quetta Airport offers limited domestic flights; few international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is informal and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Some walkable areas but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unavailable; reliance on rickshaws.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not very safe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but long travel times and limited comfort.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in city and outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
55%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but occasional government restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
40%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa process for Pakistan is bureaucratic and can be slow.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex with limited incentives for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Restrictions exist on media and speech; caution advised.
🏛️ Political Stability
38%
Weight: 20
Region has experienced political unrest and security concerns.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ 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 for nomads is very limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums for nomads in Quetta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Security concerns exist due to regional instability; caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture with limited safety and freedom for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant locally but limited exposure to diverse cultures.