Skyline of Karshi
Cost of Living: 68 250,000

Karshi, Uzbekistan

Karshi is a major city in Uzbekistan with a population of 250,000.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 68

Below Average vs Uzbekistan Avg (100)

Housing Index 72

Affordable

Median Income so'm 14,400,000

Household income

Unemployment 5.0%

Job market health

Karshi vs Uzbekistan Average

Cost of Living
Karshi: 68
Uzbekistan Avg: 100
Housing Index
Karshi: 72
Uzbekistan Avg: 100

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: None
  • Sales Tax: 15.0%

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: so'm 14,400,000
  • Unemployment: 5.0%
  • Population: 250,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 280/year
  • Summer High: 95°F
  • Winter Low: 30°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 5b

Housing

  • Median Home: so'm600,000,000
  • 1BR Rent: so'm1500000/mo

Cost of Living

Karshi's cost of living index is 68 (Uzbekistan average = 100).

CategoryKarshiNational AverageDifference
Overall68100-32.0%
Housing72100-28.0%

Data source: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Priceso'm600,000,000
Median Rent (1BR)so'm1500000/mo
Median Rent (2BR)so'm1,875,000/mo
Price per Sq Ftso'm400,000

Data source: Zillow Research, 2026

True Cost of Home Ownership

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Karshi:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricityso'm150000
Heating & Coolingso'm53Estimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)so'm26Estimated based on local climate and electricity rates
Waterso'm50000Includes sewer
Internet (100+ Mbps)so'm100000Broadband average
Garbage / TrashIncluded in taxesMunicipal service (covered by property taxes)
Total Utilitiesso'm300079Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

Data sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Remote Work Score

Karshi scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
68
Rent
so'm1500000
Sunny Days
280
Tax
None
Unemployment
5.0%
Climate
95°F / 30°F
Safety
1.5 homicides/100k
Population
250,000
Internet Speed
30 Mbps

Climate

Karshi has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January50°F30°F2.5"
April80°F45°F2.8"
July95°F70°F1.5"
October75°F48°F2.2"
USDA Zone 5b

Cool — many vegetables, some fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Karshi faces the following natural hazards:

Drought Extreme Risk

Arid country with extreme drought conditions.

Heat Wave Extreme Risk

Extreme summer heat.

Earthquake High Risk

Active seismic zone with significant earthquake risk.

Sandstorm High Risk

Frequent dust storms.

Based on historical records and geographic risk assessment.

Taxes

  • State Income Tax: 0% (None)
  • Sales Tax: 15%
  • Property Tax: ~0.2% of assessed value

Economy & Jobs

Major industries include technology, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

Schools & Education

Total Schools

Academic Schedule

School Hours 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Academic Year September to May/June
Term System Quarter — 1st (Sep-Oct), 2nd (Nov-Dec), 3rd (Jan-Mar), 4th (Apr-May)
Summer Break June to August (12 weeks)
Winter Break December to January (2 weeks)
Spring Break March (1 week)

Navruz (Persian New Year) in March (1 week).

Important Disclaimer: All data on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or real estate advice. URCity and Northshore Press are not financial advisors, tax professionals, or real estate agents. Always consult qualified professionals before making relocation or financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Karshi, Uzbekistan?

The cost of living index in Karshi is 68, which is Lower the Uzbekistan national average of 100.

How much does it cost to buy a home in Karshi?

The median home price in Karshi is so'm600,000,000. The housing index is 72.

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Karshi is approximately so'm1500000/mo.

Does Karshi, Kashkadarya have income tax?

Karshi is in Kashkadarya, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Karshi?

Karshi enjoys approximately 280 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 95°F, while winter lows can drop to around 30°F.

Data Sources

  • Cost of Living: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2026
  • Housing Data: Zillow Research, 2026
  • Income & Employment: US Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2024
  • Utilities U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2024, EPA/AWWA water rate surveys, BroadbandNow

Data last updated: August 12, 2026. Data may not reflect current market conditions. Always verify with local sources before making relocation decisions.