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Panevėžys, Lithuania 🇱🇹
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Panevėžys is one of the more affordable cities in Lithuania with low general expenses compared to Vilnius or Kaunas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite 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 well-connected within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with cinemas and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though fewer premium gyms exist.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong EU backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet with fiber connections available in most parts of the city.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger Lithuanian cities; few options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but fewer digital nomad-oriented spots.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Not many cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; basic WiFi available.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Panevėžys is not a popular destination for digital nomads compared to Vilnius or Kaunas.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Calm city atmosphere supports a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with moderate industrial activity.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean with regular municipal services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is primary; English is spoken by younger generations but limited in some areas.
💨 Air Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quiet city suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; more specialized care requires travel to bigger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially for EU citizens with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
72%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure but limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and moderate summers; frequent overcast and rainy days reduce outdoor comfort.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in residential and commercial buildings due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to smaller population and limited heavy traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Lithuanian cultural heritage with local festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Nearby rivers and forests offer outdoor activities but less variety than larger cities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist mainly for Lithuanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Limited tourist infrastructure; some local cultural tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas, museums, and cultural centers for indoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Traditional Lithuanian cuisine dominates; limited international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; not a widespread practice locally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce is good, but fewer specialized health food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
EET timezone aligns well with European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside Lithuania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not very visible in Panevėžys.
🏢 Coworking Quality
45%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Startup activity is concentrated in Vilnius; Panevėžys has minimal presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard European payment services available; contactless and mobile payments common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local adoption and infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
No major airport in Panevėžys; nearest international airports are in Vilnius and Kaunas.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable local bus services cover the city well.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Lithuanian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but limited coverage.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is in the Schengen zone; 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
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as an EU member.
🏛️ Political Stability
83%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local address and documentation; some banks more nomad-friendly.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
65%
Weight: 35
Lithuania offers a digital nomad visa but Panevėžys itself has no special provisions.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Basic infrastructure but lacks vibrant nomad community or services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or forums specific to Panevėžys digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.