Alytus, Lithuania 🇱🇹
#1581
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Alytus is one of the more affordable cities in Lithuania, with lower costs compared to Vilnius or Kaunas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively low, especially for long-term stays in apartments or shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient within the city; taxis and ride-sharing are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local cinemas, theaters, and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several local fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Lithuania uses the Euro, providing strong currency stability and ease of transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Alytus; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work from home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi but the number is limited compared to larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; atmosphere is generally quiet and suitable for work.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Alytus is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; most prefer Vilnius or Kaunas.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Calm city environment supports a good work-life balance with less hustle and bustle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean air and green surroundings contribute to a healthy environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is the main language; English is spoken by younger generations but limited in some areas.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Low pollution levels due to small population and green spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, residents often travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, with public healthcare accessible.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Adequate for routine needs but limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow and relatively short summers; moderate rainfall year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate; some accommodations may lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers, offering variety but long cold periods.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Lithuanian cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions, but limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with a few bars and clubs; more vibrant scenes are found in larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to forests, lakes, and hiking trails ideal for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist but limited for English or other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
50%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, but not heavily developed for tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and small museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Traditional Lithuanian cuisine dominates; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios and wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce is good; organic and health-focused stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time (EET) is convenient for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is limited; most remote jobs come from outside Lithuania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not comparable to larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but centered mainly in Vilnius.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche; limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
25%
Weight: 30
No major airport in Alytus; nearest international airports are in Vilnius and Kaunas, about 1.5-2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Local buses cover the city adequately but no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths exist but infrastructure is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Lithuanian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited or no electric scooter rentals; bike rentals available but scarce.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout is limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is in the Schengen Area; visa-free access for many nationalities and straightforward short-stay visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Alytus digital nomads; more activity centered on larger Lithuanian cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for ethnic minorities but improving.