Isfara, Tajikistan 🇹🇯
#2039
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Nomad Score:
48%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable city with low prices for daily expenses compared to global standards.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with basic apartments available at very reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap, making local travel inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less modern; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
54%
Weight: 30
Tajikistani somoni has moderate volatility; inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
43%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are generally slow and inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
Very limited to no formal coworking spaces in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low awareness and presence of digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports balance but limited amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with natural surroundings and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Russian and Tajik are dominant; English is rarely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic amenities for families; limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
38%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks modern facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are inexpensive but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; mostly sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of earthquakes; low risk of other disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
60%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in homes or public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Tajik influences.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to mountains and natural landscapes is good.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion possible but challenging.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local cultural tours available but limited infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues or activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Traditional Tajik cuisine is available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Yoga studios are virtually nonexistent.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are common; processed healthy options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 time zone is moderately favorable for Asia and Europe overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most work is offline.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Freelance ecosystem is almost nonexistent locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
5%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces to assess quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is very underdeveloped.
💳 Local Payment Services
30%
Weight: 10
Limited digital payment options; cash is dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Isfara Airport with limited flights; major connections require travel to Dushanbe.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Basic bus and shared taxi services available but limited coverage.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No international ride-sharing apps; local taxis dominate.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to nearby cities; limited rail options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 3G/4G available in most areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but some restrictions may apply.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages occur; infrastructure improving but inconsistent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa process can be bureaucratic; e-visa options limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but with occasional regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires extensive documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process for new businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
City is not currently set up to support digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some ethnic tensions exist regionally.