At a glance
 RU
Nizhny Novgorod
|
 FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Finland |
| Nomad score | 5.7 / 10 | 6.2 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,519 / mo | $3,125 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 14° / 9°C | 13° / 6°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 71 Moderate | 29 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 9.8°C | 9.2°C |
| Average low | 2.1°C | 2.4°C |
| Precipitation | 53 mm / mo | 62 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 224 h / mo | 212 h / mo |
| Humidity | 76% | 81% |
| Rain days | 10.1 / mo | 10.9 / mo |
| Wind speed | 17.5 km/h | 16.4 km/h |
RU
Nizhny Novgorod · average high by month
J -6
F -6
M 2
A 12
M 17
J 23
J 26
A 25
S 17
O 9
N 2
D -4
FI
Lahti · average high by month
J -3
F -3
M 3
A 8
M 15
J 21
J 23
A 21
S 16
O 9
N 3
D -2
Air quality
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 71 | 29 |
| PM2.5 | 22.5 µg/m³ | 1.2 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 26.9 µg/m³ | 2.3 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 6 µg/m³ | 58 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0.5 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 4.6 | 4.3 |
| Local Payment Services | 6.2 | 8.7 |
| Startup Scene | 5.0 | 4.1 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 4.1 | 3.1 |
| Green Spaces | 6.7 | 8.5 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 7.8 | 9.2 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.4 | 7.4 |
| Seasonal Variety | 8.2 | 7.3 |
| Weather | 4.3 | 4.9 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.3 | 9.0 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 7.8 | 9.4 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.4 | 6.7 |
| VPN Reliability | 4.7 | 9.0 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.6 | 4.5 |
| Cost of Living | 7.5 | 5.0 |
| Currency Stability | 3.5 | 9.3 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.4 | 4.1 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.7 | 4.2 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.8 | 5.6 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.8 | 7.1 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.8 | 6.4 |
| Indoors Fun | 6.5 | 5.8 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 6.0 | 4.4 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.3 | 6.0 |
| Nightlife | 6.4 | 4.2 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 6.7 | 8.4 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 2.3 | 2.7 |
| Nomad Friendly | 3.3 | 4.3 |
| Online Community Presence | 2.7 | 2.3 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 7.0 | 6.8 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 5.6 | 4.5 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 5.8 | 4.7 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.3 | 2.8 |
| Internet Speed | 7.7 | 9.1 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 7.3 | 8.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Food Scene | 6.3 | 5.5 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.5 | 6.8 |
| Yoga Studios | 4.9 | 4.6 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 6.9 | 7.4 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 7.8 | 6.3 |
| Healthcare Quality | 6.5 | 8.3 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.7 | 5.0 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.5 | 6.9 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 2.2 | 4.9 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.6 | 9.4 |
| Political Stability | 4.1 | 9.4 |
| Tax Friendliness | 5.2 | 3.3 |
| Visa Ease | 3.3 | 6.5 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|
|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 4.9 | 8.8 |
| Cleanliness | 5.7 | 8.7 |
| Environmental Quality | 5.4 | 8.4 |
| Family Friendly | 6.1 | 8.6 |
| Language Barrier | 3.7 | 7.8 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.3 | 8.4 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 6.6 | 9.1 |
| Racial Tolerance | 4.9 | 8.0 |
| Safety | 7.2 | 9.2 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 5.9 | 4.9 |
| Cycling | 3.6 | 8.0 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 7.2 | 7.4 |
| Public Transit | 7.1 | 6.7 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 8.0 | 3.9 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 4.6 | 5.1 |
| Walkability | 6.4 | 7.0 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 5.6 | 5.0 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 4.4 | 3.7 |
| Networking Opportunities | 4.7 | 3.6 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.9 | 7.3 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $78 per pair | $98 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $50 per dress | $40 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $114 per pair | $110 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $72 per month | $116 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.38 per ticket | $18 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.63 per cup | $4.85 per cup |
| Beer | $2.99 per pint | $8.67 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $7.77 per meal | $16 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $42 per meal | $87 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $5.74 per meal | $12 per meal |
| Apples | $1.61 per kg | $2.54 per kg |
| Bread | $0.66 per loaf | $2.89 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.66 per bottle | $1.85 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.14 per liter | $1.33 per liter |
| Rice | $1.49 per kg | $2.43 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.02 per kg | $14 per kg |
| Beef | $8.97 per kg | $21 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $10 per bottle | $16 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
|
|
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $215 per month | $324 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
|
RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $26 per visit | $29 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $5.38 per purchase | $11 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $335 per month | $670 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $538 per month | $786 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,016 per month | $1,675 per month |
| Coworking Space | $167 per month | $243 per month |
| Coliving Space | $359 per month | $635 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $11 per month | $52 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $48 per month | $69 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $14 per visit | $37 per visit |
| Laundry | $7.17 per kg | $14 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $7.77 per month | $32 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $8.37 per month | $25 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $5.98 one-time | $8.09 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $33 per month | $52 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $22 per hour | $28 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $19 per month | $65 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.79 per trip | $7.51 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.42 per km | $1.96 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $16 per month | $65 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $3.83 per trip | $18 per trip |
| Gasoline | $0.74 per liter | $2.25 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $8.97 per month | $10 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Nizhny Novgorod
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FI
Lahti
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $78 per month | $104 per month |