Quetta, Pakistan 🇵🇰
#1321
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Nomad Score:
46%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
86%
Weight: 150
Quetta is generally affordable with low costs for daily expenses compared to major cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with basic apartments available at very reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
84%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce and groceries at affordable prices; eating out is inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local taxis are very cheap, making commuting affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but costs are low where available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
41%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee has shown volatility, impacting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
47%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no formal coworking spaces in Quetta.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
32%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity can be unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
21%
Weight: 30
Minimal options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
8%
Weight: 100
Quetta is not a known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
60%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life but limited leisure infrastructure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution concerns.
🧼 Cleanliness
37%
Weight: 10
Public cleanliness is below average with waste management challenges.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Urdu and Pashto are dominant; English is limited outside educated circles.
💨 Air Quality
42%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be moderate, especially in winter months.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families exist but limited recreational options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global standards.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited quality and availability of healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
68%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
34%
Weight: 10
Few public parks or green recreational areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available but not widespread in all accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
67%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cool winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
43%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; traffic and market noise common.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Pashtun and Baloch influences.
🌃 Nightlife
19%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; conservative social norms.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
71%
Weight: 15
Proximity to mountains and natural landscapes offers outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
52%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but not widely developed.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Traditional Pakistani cuisine with local specialties; affordable and flavorful.
🧠 Yoga Studios
12%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are rare or non-existent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available but processed health foods are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
63%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 is moderately convenient for Asia and Europe-based remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is very limited.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
23%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is growing in Pakistan but less developed in Quetta.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
18%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Quetta compared to larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and mobile payment services exist but limited digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
25%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
43%
Weight: 30
Quetta Airport offers domestic flights; limited international connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit is informal and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable but infrastructure is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unavailable; taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
27%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal and roads are not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect Quetta to other cities; road conditions vary.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
62%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is generally good but can be spotty in rural outskirts.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPNs work reliably; some internet restrictions exist but manageable.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
38%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages and load shedding are common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and generally unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa process for Pakistan can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; limited incentives for foreign remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
42%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited with some restrictions and censorship.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Region experiences occasional political tensions and security concerns.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
35%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
38%
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
15%
Weight: 50
Overall infrastructure and community support for nomads is minimal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
12%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or forums for nomads in Quetta.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
40%
Weight: 100
Security concerns exist; caution advised especially for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; female travelers may face challenges.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some ethnic and sectarian tensions exist.