Balkanabat, Turkmenistan 🇹🇲
#1848
39.511627, 54.353992
Nomad Score:
41%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many cities, but prices can vary significantly based on location and availability.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Moderate accommodation costs, with limited options for short-term rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer affordable groceries, but imported goods can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, and taxis can be costly for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, with higher prices for activities and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
38%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and membership fees can be relatively high.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Turkmen manat has shown volatility, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and inconsistent, with limited access in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
25%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces available, making it challenging for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and connectivity can be unreliable.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Scarcity of cafes that cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a popular destination for digital nomads, leading to isolation.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can vary, but local culture emphasizes leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, but urban areas may face pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
50%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness varies, with some areas well-maintained and others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Limited English speakers can make communication challenging.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can deteriorate in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic and may not meet international standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low, but quality may be a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options, with a need for improvement in services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
70%
Weight: 80
Generally warm climate, but can experience extreme temperatures.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of natural disasters, primarily related to weather.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
45%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety, with hot summers and mild winters.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
50%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on local establishments.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to natural landscapes, but limited organized outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities for language learning, especially for English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Limited local experiences and tours available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Traditional food options available, but limited variety overall.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, limiting wellness options.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, with few options for group classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
45%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may be suitable for some remote work arrangements.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Underdeveloped freelance ecosystem with few resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Very low quality of coworking spaces, with minimal facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available, primarily cash-based economy.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, making travel more challenging.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but urban planning is inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
30%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure, making it unsafe for cyclists.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Intercity travel options are available but can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very few options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile network coverage is inconsistent, especially in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
35%
Weight: 20
VPN services can be unreliable, affecting remote work.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but reliability is improving.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax policies can be complex, with limited benefits for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech, with strict government controls.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Political stability exists, but with a lack of democratic processes.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
25%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are complex and lengthy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
15%
Weight: 50
Not a nomad-friendly environment with limited resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but caution is advised in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly, but cultural norms can vary.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Racial tolerance exists, but cultural homogeneity may limit diversity.