Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan 🇹🇲
#419
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Nomad Score:
41%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable living costs compared to Western standards, but higher than rural Turkmenistan due to port city status.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Limited options with moderate pricing; newer developments near the port can be pricier.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are expensive and scarce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
85%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive, but limited in frequency and coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Few entertainment venues; costs are low but options are very limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
37%
Weight: 10
Gyms are scarce and often basic; membership fees are moderate but facilities are limited.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Turkmen manat is relatively stable but subject to government controls and limited convertibility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
39%
Weight: 100
Internet is slow and unreliable with frequent outages; limited broadband infrastructure.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
12%
Weight: 40
No formal coworking spaces; digital nomads must rely on cafes or hotels.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer WiFi; connectivity is often weak and inconsistent.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Almost no cafes cater specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
5%
Weight: 100
Very low presence of digital nomads; city is not known as a nomad destination.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
75%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain but require registration.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Traditional work culture with limited leisure options; balance depends on personal adaptation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Coastal location offers decent air quality but industrial port activities impact environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
54%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean but infrastructure maintenance is inconsistent.
🗨️ Language Barrier
23%
Weight: 30
Turkmen and Russian are dominant; English is rarely spoken, posing challenges for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
55%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable but occasional pollution from port and industrial activities.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
40%
Weight: 25
Limited family-oriented amenities and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic with limited modern equipment; serious cases require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are low cost but quality is a concern.
🏥 Healthcare
35%
Weight: 20
Limited access to quality healthcare; expatriates often seek treatment abroad.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Hot, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny but can be very hot in peak summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; no significant earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
38%
Weight: 10
Few parks or green areas within the city; mostly urban and industrial.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is available in hotels and newer buildings but not widespread.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
42%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal changes; mostly hot summers and mild winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; port and traffic contribute to noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
57%
Weight: 20
Rich Turkmen culture with traditional customs; limited exposure to international influences.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Coastal access offers some outdoor activities; surrounding desert limits variety.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; immersion is primary method.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but limited tourism infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
28%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas or cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Traditional Turkmen cuisine dominates; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No known yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
32%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; basic equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
40%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available but processed healthy options are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
67%
Weight: 20
UTC+5, convenient for Asia and Europe overlap but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
15%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; remote work depends on personal connections.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or platforms locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; makeshift setups only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
12%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; limited support or funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
35%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services exist but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
No significant adoption or regulation of blockchain or crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited international flights; major travel requires Ashgabat.
🚇 Public Transit
30%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
50%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure outside is poor.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
15%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps; taxis are main option.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Few cycling paths; hot climate limits cycling appeal.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
35%
Weight: 15
Limited bus and train connections; travel can be slow and infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No known scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Coverage is decent in urban areas but data speeds are slow.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs work but government restrictions can cause instability.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
55%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages; infrastructure is aging but generally stable.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
20%
Weight: 40
Strict visa policies; difficult for long-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
10%
Weight: 15
Highly restricted; government controls media and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
60%
Weight: 20
Stable government but authoritarian regime.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
25%
Weight: 15
Difficult for foreigners; requires extensive documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
30%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and slow process with many restrictions.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or similar programs.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Overall environment is not supportive or welcoming to digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
5%
Weight: 25
No known nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; city is generally safe for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Conservative culture; women may face social restrictions.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity and exposure.