Klaipėda, Lithuania 🇱🇹
#895
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are affordable but slightly higher than other Lithuanian cities due to coastal location.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good prices; dining out is affordable with diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cinemas, theaters, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym memberships are reasonably priced with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian euro currency is stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but not widespread.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination with low current popularity.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Good balance with relaxed lifestyle and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean air and well-maintained natural surroundings near the coast.
🧼 Cleanliness
86%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with good waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is primary language; English is spoken by younger population but limited among older residents.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is adequate; private clinics offer higher standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
74%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare services with some language barriers in public facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and frequent rain; mild summers but overall less sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
81%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to beaches provide ample green and natural spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Baltic culture with festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
58%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife scene with bars and some clubs, quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, forests, and coastal nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available, but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
69%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and healthy food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 (EET) suitable for European and some Asian time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
52%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
48%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but not very active in Klaipėda.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
53%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
42%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Vilnius; Klaipėda has limited direct air connections.
🚇 Public Transit
77%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure and bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other Lithuanian cities are available but limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
89%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
71%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is in the Schengen Area; visa process straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for startups but not specifically for nomads.
🗣️ 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
67%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure is developing but still limited.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Klaipėda digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe for foreigners.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Improving but some challenges with racial diversity and acceptance.