Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Capital City

Living in Ashgabat is an expensive proposition, with the city ranked the most costly for foreign expatriates in 2019 and 2020. Its population of 126,635 enjoys the trappings of an ambitious building program, but bureaucracy is a persistent headache. The climate is harsh, with scorching summers and short, cool winters. Despite the glitz, Ashgabat may not be the ideal destination for the average overseas resident.