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Skardu, Pakistan 🇵🇰
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable living costs compared to major cities, especially outside urban centers.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Low rental prices for basic apartments and guesthouses; limited luxury options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local produce and groceries are inexpensive; imported goods cost more but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport; reliance on taxis and private vehicles but fares are low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment venues; costs are low but options are limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gyms are scarce and basic; membership fees are low but facilities limited.
💱 Currency Stability
55%
Weight: 30
Pakistani Rupee experiences moderate volatility; some inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but often slow and unstable; fiber connections limited.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few or no dedicated coworking spaces in Skardu.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity is inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering to digital nomads; infrastructure lacking.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Skardu is not a known hub 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
75%
Weight: 30
Peaceful environment with natural beauty supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Clean mountain air and pristine natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness in public areas; rural setting helps maintain environment.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Urdu and local languages dominate; English is limited outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to remote mountainous location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
35%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; advanced care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
38%
Weight: 20
Limited medical infrastructure; emergency services are basic.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
50%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow; pleasant summers but short season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of floods and storms.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and scenic landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning due to cooler climate; not widely needed.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and rural setting.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Balti influences.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Almost no nightlife options available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to mountains, trekking, and natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities for trekking, cultural tours, and adventure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Local traditional cuisine available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms or fitness centers are rare.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
GMT+5 timezone suitable for Asia and Europe overlap but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; mostly reliant on external jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No formal coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No notable startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic mobile payment services exist but limited integration.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
20%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Skardu Airport offers limited domestic flights; seasonal weather affects operations.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
No formal public transit system; reliance on taxis and private vehicles.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but terrain can be challenging.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operate here.
🚲 Cycling
40%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but limited infrastructure and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
45%
Weight: 15
Limited bus services; road travel can be slow and challenging.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Few rental options available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
65%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage is decent but can be spotty in remote areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
70%
Weight: 20
VPN services generally work well; no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; backup generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Pakistan visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visa available for some countries.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Complex tax system; limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate restrictions; sensitive topics discouraged.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Regional tensions exist; overall stability moderate.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Skardu digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe for tourists; petty crime low but caution advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; female travelers should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity.