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At a Glance
How Uzbekistan compares across key indices
Cost of Living
27 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
74/100
Healthcare
64/100
Quality of Life
132/200
Climate
70/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Uzbekistan
Cost of Living
27
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
10
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
30
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
23
100 = NYC dining
City Costs Comparison
Tashkent
Cheapest$1,126/mo
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Uzbekistan β based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
74/100
Crime Index
26/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
37/100
Crime perceived as stable or declining
Walking Safety
13 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 119 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
Cities in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has 1 city with Numbeo data. Tashkent has the lowest estimated monthly cost at $1,126. Tashkent leads on safety, scoring 74/100. Tashkent ranks highest for quality of life at 136/200.
Tashkent
$1,126/mo
Tashkent
74/100
Tashkent
136/200
Tashkent
66/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | $1,126 | 74/100 | 136/200 | 66/100 | 60 |
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 Uzbekistan
Healthcare Index
64/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 44 survey responses
Insurance Coverage
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Uzbekistan
Pollution Index
61/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 65 survey responses. Perception scores are 0β100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Uzbekistan
Average One-Way Commute
35minutes
Average
Traffic Index
127
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
180
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
3.0kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 43 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Uzbekistan, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan 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 $1,126 in Tashkent.
Is Uzbekistan safe for expats?
Uzbekistan has a safety index of 74/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Tashkent scores highest on safety at 74/100.
What is the best city in Uzbekistan for expats and digital nomads?
Tashkent ranks highest for quality of life in Uzbekistan, scoring 136/200 on Numbeo's quality of life index. Monthly costs there run around $1,126/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan scores 64/100 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 Uzbekistan cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Uzbekistan's cost of living is roughly 73% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 90% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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