Bukhara, Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
#445
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Bukhara is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in guesthouses or apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
89%
Weight: 40
Local markets and eateries offer inexpensive and fresh food options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options, but cultural sites are affordable.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but not widespread; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
63%
Weight: 30
Uzbekistani som has moderate stability but occasional fluctuations occur.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but speeds can be inconsistent and slower than major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces; digital nomad infrastructure is minimal.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
38%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Bukhara is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a slower pace of life supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment but some pollution from traffic and heating.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Historic areas are maintained but some parts of the city show litter and dust.
🗨️ Language Barrier
32%
Weight: 30
Limited English spoken; Russian and Uzbek dominate, posing challenges for non-speakers.
💨 Air Quality
57%
Weight: 15
Air quality is moderate; occasional dust and pollution from vehicles.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but lacks modern facilities and specialists.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are inexpensive compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical needs require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; spring and autumn are pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and gardens exist but green space is limited within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread, especially in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters; moderate seasonal changes.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
92%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with many UNESCO sites and traditional experiences.
🌃 Nightlife
25%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60%
Weight: 15
Nearby desert landscapes and historic sites offer outdoor exploration opportunities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Uzbek or Russian locally, but limited formal classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
87%
Weight: 10
Many guided tours and cultural experiences available for tourists and visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
83%
Weight: 25
Traditional Uzbek cuisine is flavorful and widely available at low cost.
🧠 Yoga Studios
18%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no dedicated yoga studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
30%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms exist but modern fitness centers are rare.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and traditional dishes provide healthy choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+5 time zone is moderately favorable for Europe and Asia but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote work is international.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and concentrated in larger cities like Tashkent.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Cash is dominant; digital payment options are growing but limited.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and regulatory uncertainty around crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Bukhara airport has limited international flights; better connected via Tashkent.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Basic bus and taxi services available but no metro or extensive network.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Historic center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps exist but are less developed than in major cities.
🚲 Cycling
20%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Rail and bus connections to other Uzbek cities are available but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G available in most areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
65%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional restrictions may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Power outages are infrequent but can happen in some areas.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to hotels and some cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
E-visa system is straightforward for many nationalities; visa-free for some.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex bureaucracy for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
40%
Weight: 15
Limited media freedom and some government restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners due to documentation and bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process improving but still bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Bukhara nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates, especially in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate; traditional culture may pose challenges but major tourist areas are accommodating.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but limited diversity and occasional cultural misunderstandings.