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Tashkent🇺🇿

Uzbekistan · Cost of living & nomad guide 2026

Timezone
Asia/Tashkent
Nomad community
Small

City metrics

Financial

Rent 1BR (centre)US$350/mo
Rent 1BR (outside)US$250/mo
Rent 3BR (centre)US$800/mo
Cost of living (national avg)40412 (USA=100, World Bank ICP)
Cheap mealUS$3.00
Mid-range meal for 2US$9.00
Monthly groceries~US$200

Infrastructure

Internet speed50 Mbps
Internet reliability6/100
Healthcare index55/100
Coworking spaces~5

Lifestyle

Safety index72/100
Air quality75 AQI — Moderate
Walkability55/100
Climate score68/100
English proficiencylow
Source: OpenAQ · Global Peace Index · regional statistical agencies · Updated Live + annual

Nomad

Nomad communitySmall
Visa easeeasy
Budget score9/100
Lifestyle score6/100
Overall nomad score
6/100
Source: World Bank ICP (cost of living, USA=100), Ookla (internet), OpenAQ (air quality) · Updated Quarterly

What it's actually like here

Living in Tashkent offers genuine affordability, making your digital nomad budget stretch impressively far. You'll find a quiet but growing expat community, with opportunities to connect if you seek them out. Internet is generally reliable and quite quick for daily tasks and video calls, though don't expect blazing speeds everywhere. The city is remarkably safe, with a pleasant atmosphere, though English proficiency is still developing outside of tourist hotspots – learning some basic Uzbek or Russian goes a long way. Visas are surprisingly easy to obtain, reducing a common hurdle for nomads. It's ideal for those seeking an authentic cultural experience in a country just opening up, rather than a bustling, pre-established nomad hub. The honest caveat? Air quality can sometimes be a concern, particularly in certain seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Tashkent as a digital nomad?+

As of 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Tashkent averages around $350 per month. The national cost-of-living index for Uzbekistan sits at 40412 (USA=100) — sourced from World Bank ICP. City-level detail is coming as we gather it; for now this is a national figure. Nomads typically budget extra for coworking, eating out, and travel.

Is Tashkent safe for digital nomads?+

Tashkent scores 72/100 on our composite safety index, which blends the Global Peace Index, crime stats and traveller-advisory data. Most nomad-friendly neighbourhoods feel comfortable to walk in day and night.

How fast is the internet in Tashkent?+

Headline average internet speed in Tashkent is around 50 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. That's enough for video calls, large file uploads and most remote-work needs in central neighbourhoods — coworking spaces and serviced apartments usually run faster than that.

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