Turkmenistan🇹🇲
At a Glance
How Turkmenistan compares across key indices
Cost of Living
102 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
53/100
Healthcare
50/100
Quality of Life
105/200
Climate
65/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Turkmenistan
Cost of Living
102
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
22
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
113
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
89
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Turkmenistan — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
53/100
Crime Index
47/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
46/100
Mixed perception
Walking Safety
10 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
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Turkmenistan
Healthcare Index
50/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 16 survey responses
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Turkmenistan
Pollution Index
38/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 12 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Turkmenistan
Average One-Way Commute
17minutes
Very Short
Traffic Index
69
Below average congestion
Inefficiency
27
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
1.8kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 8 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Turkmenistan, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Turkmenistan?
Turkmenistan has a cost of living index of 102 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities.
Is Turkmenistan safe for expats?
Turkmenistan has a safety index of 53/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.
How good is healthcare in Turkmenistan?
Turkmenistan scores 50/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it adequate by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
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