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Education: The level of secondary and higher education in Chelyabinsk can be described as very high.
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Freedom of speech: There is no formal freedom of speech. Any negative information in the media is prohibited. Foreign radio programs are jammed.
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Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.
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Fits for families: Unfortunately, does not provide the necessary infrastructure for families with children. There are no children’s entertainment centers, mini-clubs, children’s pools, etc.
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Quality of life: performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Chelyabinsk has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1200.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Chelyabinsk are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Chelyabinsk.
- Internet: There is high-speed Internet.
- Safety:
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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic in Chelyabinsk is extremely difficult.
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Entertainment: Unfortunately, does not have a lot of cafes and restaurants, places to relax and to have some entertainment.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate in Chelyabinsk directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
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Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.
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Female friendly: Despite the fact that women have equal rights with men and the attitude towards them is liberal, in some areas there are still many prohibitions against them. Decisions in the family are usually made by men, the influence of women in the family is very great.
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Nightlife: The nightlife in Chelyabinsk is quite low. You will have to organize the evening in a different way.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Chelyabinsk is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
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Walkability: The area of Chelyabinsk is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.
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Friendliness to outsiders: The locals are not super friendly to outsiders, but nevertheless polite.
