TM
Balkanabat
Nomad score
3.5 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$2,286
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
11° / 6°
high / low, °CAbout Balkanabat
Balkanabat, Turkmenistan is a quiet desert city with a strong local feel and limited tourist buzz. 🏜️ For digital nomads, it’s best suited for short, low-key stays rather than remote-work-heavy living: expect basic infrastructure, fewer coworking options, and modest café culture. Good for those seeking calm, off-the-grid vibes. 💻✨
Regions
Through the year
Best in May (65) · now 55
J 42
F 42
M 52
A 63
M 65
J 58
J 55
A 55
S 65
O 64
N 55
D 44
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $142.88 per month |
| Coworking Space | $71.44 per month |
| Coffee | $2.29 per cup |
| Beer | $1.71 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $4.29 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $17.15 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $8.57 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $22.86 per month |
Other cities in Turkmenistan
| # | City | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turkmenabat | $1,052 | 3.6 | Compare |
| 2 | Turkmenbashi | $3,642 | 3.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Ashgabat | $4,803 | 3.1 | Compare |
| 4 | Dasoguz | $757 | 2.8 | Compare |
