Panevėžys, Lithuania 🇱🇹
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Panevėžys is one of the more affordable cities in Lithuania, with lower living costs compared to Vilnius or Kaunas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays, with a variety of options from apartments to shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient; local bus tickets are inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with cinemas, theaters, and occasional events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable, with several mid-range 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
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds typically above 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger Lithuanian cities; some options exist but not abundant.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, but the overall cafe culture is modest.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; most are casual local spots.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Panevėžys is not a well-known destination for digital nomads, with low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with good prepaid options.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Calm city atmosphere supports a good work-life balance with less hustle than bigger cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean air and green surroundings contribute to good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
81%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger generations but limited in some areas.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Air pollution is low due to limited heavy industry and good urban planning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quiet city suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are adequate but less advanced than in larger cities; public hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially for public services.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare needs are met; private clinics offer faster service but at higher cost.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and moderate summers; frequent rain and cloud cover reduce outdoor comfort.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in residential buildings due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, though winters can be harsh.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with museums and festivals, but less vibrant than capital cities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
74%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby forests, rivers, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; some informal opportunities to learn Lithuanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Limited tourist infrastructure; local tours available but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Cinemas, bowling, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Traditional Lithuanian cuisine dominates; some international options but limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
52%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; not a major wellness hub.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
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 zone is convenient for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
41%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Lithuania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Existing coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
43%
Weight: 15
Startup activity is concentrated in Vilnius and Kaunas; Panevėžys has limited presence.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; no major hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
No major airport in Panevėžys; nearest international airports are in Vilnius and Kaunas, about 1.5-2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Local bus network is reliable and affordable but limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Bolt operate but with limited availability.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure exists but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
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
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 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 electricity 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
70%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is in the Schengen area, making short-term stays straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate; some bureaucracy involved for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is possible but requires documentation; some banks have digital onboarding.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available in Lithuania.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for Panevėžys digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
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 ethnic minorities but improving.