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Moving to the Caucasus and Central Asia: the best places to live
Arcadia scores 43 places across 8 countries in the Caucasus and Central Asia, from Andijan at about $650 a month to Tbilisi at about $1,150. 3 are by the sea and 27 in the mountains. Typical ratings across the region: safety 4/5, healthcare 3/5, internet 3/5.
What the lists get wrong about the Caucasus and Central Asia
This region is barely on any list, which is the whole point. It has the lowest median cost of the eight we cover, about $850 a month, across 43 places in eight countries. Few of them are famous. That is why they are still affordable.
The standouts
Within the 43 places Arcadia scores here, not the whole region.
Every country in the Caucasus and Central Asia
How many places we score in each, and what a month costs there.
What to weigh before moving to the Caucasus and Central Asia
Natural risks recur here: earthquakes. It does not mean every place has them, it means you should check the specific one you pick.
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in the Caucasus and Central Asia?
The median across the 43 places we score is about $850 a month for one person, from $650 to $1,150. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included.
Where is the cheapest place to live in the Caucasus and Central Asia?
Andijan, at about $650 a month. It is the cheapest of the 43 places Arcadia scores here, which is not the same as the cheapest in the region.
Is the Caucasus and Central Asia safe to live in?
The typical safety rating across these 43 places is 4 out of 5, and the highest is Tashkent. These are broad country-level estimates for comparing places, not local advice.
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