Tajikistan🇹🇯
At a Glance
How Tajikistan compares across key indices
Cost of Living
27 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
51/100
Healthcare
65/100
Quality of Life
138/200
Climate
75/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Tajikistan
Cost of Living
27
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
9
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
34
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
19
100 = NYC dining
City Costs Comparison
Dushanbe
Cheapest$1,060/mo
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Tajikistan — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
51/100
Crime Index
49/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
59/100
Mixed perception
Walking Safety
25 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 28 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
Cities in Tajikistan
Tajikistan has 1 city with Numbeo data. Dushanbe has the lowest estimated monthly cost at $1,060.
Dushanbe
$1,060/mo
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dushanbe | $1,060 | — | — | — | — |
Data from Numbeo. Monthly cost estimates are for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Tajikistan
Healthcare Index
65/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 8 survey responses
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Tajikistan
Pollution Index
51/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 15 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Tajikistan
Average One-Way Commute
20minutes
Very Short
Traffic Index
93
Below average congestion
Inefficiency
128
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
3.3kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 3 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Tajikistan, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Tajikistan?
Tajikistan has a cost of living index of 27 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,060 in Dushanbe.
Is Tajikistan safe for expats?
Tajikistan has a safety index of 51/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.
How good is healthcare in Tajikistan?
Tajikistan scores 65/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it good by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
Is Tajikistan cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Tajikistan's cost of living is roughly 73% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 91% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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