Šiauliai, Lithuania 🇱🇹
#896
55.934082, 23.315777
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for everyday expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are low, and local dining options are reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient, making it easy to get around.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricier than expected for some activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with a variety of facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds, with most places offering decent connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but growing in popularity.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, creating a conducive environment for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads, though options are somewhat limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but interest is slowly increasing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality with green spaces and parks.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
The city is well-maintained and clean, contributing to a pleasant living environment.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is the primary language, but many younger people speak English.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are of good quality, with modern facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
82%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare system with a range of services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and rainy seasons can be challenging for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas provide recreational opportunities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is less common due to the cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters can be a downside for some.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various events and festivals throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a few bars and clubs but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to nature and outdoor activities, including parks and nearby forests.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, primarily focused on Lithuanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local attractions.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
A growing food scene with traditional and modern dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, though still developing.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is generally favorable for remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger tech hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a major hub for digital nomads.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
A developing freelance ecosystem with limited resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with some good options available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with a few international flights available.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
The city is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, primarily local taxis.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options via bus and train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, ensuring secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
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
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low levels of corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account, especially for EU citizens.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward, with a supportive environment.
📄✈️ 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 nomad-friendly, but lacks the infrastructure of larger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some cultural homogeneity exists.