- Internet: There is high-speed Internet.
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Education: The level of secondary and higher education in Volgograd can be described as very high.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate in Volgograd directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
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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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Healthcare: The level of local medical institutions is very low, there are no modern clinics. There is a certain lack of modern medical equipment and qualified personnel.
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Fits for families: Unfortunately, Volgograd 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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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Volgograd is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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Walkability: The area of Volgograd is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.
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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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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
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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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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Volgograd are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Entertainment: Unfortunately, Volgograd does not have a lot of cafes and restaurants, places to relax and to have some entertainment.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1700.
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Quality of life: Volgograd 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.
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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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Workspaces: Unfortunately, it is hard to find places to work from.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic in Volgograd is extremely difficult.
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Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.
