Dasoguz, Turkmenistan 🇹🇲
#1849
41.83358, 59.959007
Nomad Score:
39%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many countries, but prices can vary significantly in urban areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, but options can be limited in terms of quality and availability.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is inexpensive, but imported goods can be costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
50%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited; taxis are available but can be pricey for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options, and costs can be high for what is available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and memberships can be expensive relative to local incomes.
💱 Currency Stability
40%
Weight: 30
The Turkmen manat has shown some instability, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
42%
Weight: 100
Internet speed is generally slow and unreliable, with limited access in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, making it challenging for remote work.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
30%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and the quality can be inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads, with limited amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Dasoguz is not a known hub for digital nomads, leading to isolation.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
55%
Weight: 30
Local culture promotes a relaxed lifestyle, but work opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally clean with some green spaces, but urban pollution can be an issue.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Public areas are maintained, but litter can be found in some neighborhoods.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Limited English speakers can make communication challenging for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
50%
Weight: 15
Air quality fluctuates, with some days being better than others.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities exist but may lack advanced medical technology.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are relatively affordable, but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available, but specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Hot summers and mild winters, with plenty of sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though occasional extreme weather can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
40%
Weight: 10
Limited parks and green areas, mostly in urban settings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban areas, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
50%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mostly hot weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
45%
Weight: 20
Cultural experiences are available but not as diverse as in larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars and clubs exist.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some natural attractions nearby, but access can be limited.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Few opportunities to learn local languages due to limited resources.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours and experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor activities; options are limited to basic entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Local cuisine is available, but variety is limited compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
15%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios exist, making it hard to find classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities available, with few options for workouts.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options exist, but they are not widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and Asia, but not ideal.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very few networking opportunities for digital nomads or freelancers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Almost non-existent freelance ecosystem, making it hard to find work.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No established coworking spaces, leading to a lack of quality work environments.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
No significant startup scene; entrepreneurship is not widely supported.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Limited payment options available; cash is still predominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights; connectivity is not robust.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are limited and not very reliable.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but infrastructure can be lacking.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary option.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not a popular mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Few intercity travel options available; mostly reliant on buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty in rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs can work, but reliability varies depending on the provider.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
50%
Weight: 15
Power outages can occur, but they are not frequent.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be cumbersome and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex and not particularly friendly to foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
20%
Weight: 15
Limited freedom of speech; government controls media and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
40%
Weight: 20
Political stability exists, but it is tightly controlled.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic and challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are complicated and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Dasoguz is not considered a nomad-friendly city.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online community presence for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
60%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, but caution is advised due to political climate.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Women can navigate the city, but cultural norms may pose challenges.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Limited diversity may lead to some cultural misunderstandings.