Palanga, Lithuania 🇱🇹
#2061
55.922981, 21.068265
Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for essentials.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, especially in the off-season, but can rise during summer.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, and local cuisine is affordable and diverse.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive, with good connectivity within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey during peak tourist seasons.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with decent facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds, with many areas offering high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options are available in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making them suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads, though not as many as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean air and green spaces contribute to a high environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Generally clean city with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is spoken in tourist areas, but less so among locals.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, especially outside of peak tourist seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially for EU citizens.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Access to quality healthcare services, though private options can be costly.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold and rainy winters, with limited sunshine during the season.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas provide good recreational options.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is less common, but needed during summer months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but winters can be harsh and long.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with bars and clubs catering to locals and tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Proximity to beaches and forests offers great outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses, but opportunities to learn through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, showcasing the region's history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, but some museums and galleries exist.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with a mix of local and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, though options may be limited in off-peak seasons.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of healthy food options in cafes and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Central European Time can be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads, but some events exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still limited compared to larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities, with a small community of freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with a few good options available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity, with flights mainly to major European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, though not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
The city is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, with traditional taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure could be improved.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other cities in Lithuania.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for EU citizens.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, with some incentives for startups.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, with some limitations.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is possible but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward, but bureaucracy exists.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but options for long-term stays exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups for digital nomads currently.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads, but some groups exist.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some issues exist.