Khujand, Tajikistan 🇹🇯
#721
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to global standards, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices for apartments, especially outside the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap and accessible.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Tajikistani somoni has moderate volatility and inflation concerns.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds are moderate and can be inconsistent.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
24%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
31%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Khujand is not a known hotspot for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
67%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; some industrial areas affect air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
53%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is average with some littering in public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
37%
Weight: 30
Russian and Tajik are dominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
58%
Weight: 15
Air quality fluctuates; better in spring and autumn.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
42%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks advanced facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low but quality is limited.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious conditions require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; spring and autumn are pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
48%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in public places and accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
79%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with historical sites and traditional events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small cafes and local bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Proximity to mountains and rivers offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Russian and Tajik locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Modest tourism infrastructure with cultural and nature tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
39%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues like cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Traditional Central Asian cuisine is widely available and affordable.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms exist but few specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
56%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is common; limited organic or specialty health foods.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
68%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 is moderately convenient for Europe and Asia-based remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
21%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is limited; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem or support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are scarce and basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
18%
Weight: 15
Very small startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
32%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory clarity on crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Khujand airport has limited international flights; better connected via Dushanbe.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Minibuses and taxis are common and affordable.
🚶 Walkability
57%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure varies.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
38%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
35%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated cycling lanes; cycling not widespread.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
54%
Weight: 15
Buses and shared taxis connect to other cities; infrastructure is basic.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
12%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage in city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
63%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional power outages, especially in winter.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival for some nationalities; process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not optimized for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech with government controls.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but with some regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
41%
Weight: 15
Banking procedures are bureaucratic and require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
43%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and delays.
📄✈️ 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 support for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
23%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Khujand digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
71%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture may pose challenges for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some ethnic and cultural sensitivities exist.