Pokhara

🇳🇵Nepal•South Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living28

Safety70

Healthcare48

Career Opportunities35

Climate60

Transport42

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness53.67

Education41

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Pokhara a good place to live?

Pokhara scores 50/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 28/100), very safe (safety: 70/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 48/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Pokhara?

Pokhara has a cost of living score of 28/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Pokhara?

Pokhara has a transport score of 42/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Pokhara?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Pokhara are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Pokhara safe for expats?

Pokhara has a safety score of 70/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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