Skyline of Tashkent
Cost of Living: 100 2,500,000

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Tashkent is a major city in Uzbekistan with a population of 2,500,000.

Updated August 11, 2026
Cost of Living 100

Below Average vs Uzbekistan Avg (100)

Housing Index 115

Above Average

Median Income so'm 36,000,000

Household income

Unemployment 5.0%

Job market health

Tashkent vs Uzbekistan Average

Cost of Living
Tashkent: 100
Uzbekistan Avg: 100
Housing Index
Tashkent: 115
Uzbekistan Avg: 100

Taxes

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

Economy & Jobs

  • Median Income: so'm 36,000,000
  • Unemployment: 5.0%
  • Population: 2,500,000

Climate

  • Sunny Days: 260/year
  • Summer High: 95°F
  • Winter Low: 28°F
  • Farming Zone: USDA Zone 5b

Housing

  • Median Home: so'm2,000,000,000
  • 1BR Rent: so'm5000000/mo

Cost of Living

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

CategoryTashkentNational AverageDifference
Overall1001000.0%
Housing115100+15.0%

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

Housing Market

MetricValue
Median Home Priceso'm2,000,000,000
Median Rent (1BR)so'm5000000/mo
Median Rent (2BR)so'm6,250,000/mo
Price per Sq Ftso'm1,333,333

Data source: Zillow Research, 2026

True Cost of Home Ownership

True Cost of Home Ownership

See what you'll really pay over 30 years

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Utilities

Estimated monthly utility costs for a typical household in Tashkent:

UtilityEstimated Monthly CostNotes
Electricityso'm150000
Heating & Coolingso'm59Estimated based on local climate.
Cooling (AC)so'm25Estimated 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'm300084Monthly estimate (including heating & cooling)

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

Remote Work Score

Tashkent scores —/100 for remote work readiness:

Cost of Living
100
Rent
so'm5000000
Sunny Days
260
Tax
None
Unemployment
5.0%
Climate
95°F / 28°F
Safety
1.5 homicides/100k
Population
2,500,000
Internet Speed
30 Mbps

Climate

Tashkent has a varied climate with distinct seasons.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowRainfall
January48°F28°F2.5"
April80°F43°F2.8"
July95°F70°F1.5"
October75°F46°F2.2"
USDA Zone 5b

Cool — many vegetables, some fruit trees

Natural Hazards

Tashkent 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).

Universities & Higher Education

14
Universities
#1423
Top University Rank
Top-Ranked University National

Data source: Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) & World Universities Database

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 Tashkent, Uzbekistan?

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

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

The median home price in Tashkent is so'm2,000,000,000. The housing index is 115.

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

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Tashkent is approximately so'm5000000/mo.

Does Tashkent, Tashkent have income tax?

Tashkent is in Tashkent, which has no income tax.

What is the climate like in Tashkent?

Tashkent enjoys approximately 260 sunny days per year. Summer highs reach around 95°F, while winter lows can drop to around 28°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.