Kaunas, Lithuania 🇱🇹
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Nomad Score:
72%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Kaunas offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with a variety of options from shared apartments to private studios at reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are affordable, with local markets and eateries offering good value.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with monthly passes available at low prices.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, though nightlife is more modest compared to larger capitals.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several modern fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian Euro currency is stable, benefiting from Eurozone membership.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber-optic internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than in larger Baltic capitals.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes cater to digital nomads but still limited compared to major hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Kaunas is emerging as a digital nomad destination but remains less popular than Vilnius or Riga.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed pace of life and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with regular public services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
English is commonly spoken among younger people and in service sectors, but Lithuanian is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, with occasional pollution during winter heating season.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is decent; private clinics offer higher standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially in private sector.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow and moderate summers; somewhat rainy and overcast in shoulder seasons.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread due to cooler climate; some modern buildings have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, offering variety but cold winters may be challenging.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
61%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is present but more low-key and less diverse than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Good access to parks, rivers, and nearby forests for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Lithuanian and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Growing number of tours and cultural experiences tailored to visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Good mix of traditional Lithuanian and international cuisine with affordable options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
64%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as numerous as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms and fitness centers with modern equipment.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-conscious food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and startup networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is developing but still small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some government support and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Kaunas Airport offers flights mainly to European destinations; limited long-haul options.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city with affordable fares.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Lithuanian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooter rentals; some bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is in the Schengen Area, allowing easy short-term travel for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for startups but personal taxes can be high.
🗣️ 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
68%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is straightforward but requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively simple with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
60%
Weight: 35
Lithuania offers a digital nomad visa but with some bureaucratic requirements.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure for digital nomads but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; community meetups occur occasionally.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with some active expat and nomad groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional reports of discrimination; improving social awareness.