Šiauliai, Lithuania 🇱🇹
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Šiauliai offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
73%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with a variety of options from apartments to shared housing at reasonable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable groceries; dining out is inexpensive compared to larger cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap and efficient, with low-cost bus services within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with cinemas, theaters, and occasional events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
88%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian Euro currency is stable, benefiting from EU membership and Eurozone integration.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger Lithuanian cities, but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though the number is modest.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads, but some provide comfortable work environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Šiauliai is not a well-known destination among digital nomads, with low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
87%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance with a slower pace of life and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels and green surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
The city is well-maintained and clean, with effective waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger generations but limited among older residents.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Family-oriented city with parks, schools, and healthcare facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available and of decent quality, but specialized care may require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is accessible; private options exist but are limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
34%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and moderate summers with frequent rain; not ideal for those seeking warm, sunny climates.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
92%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread due to cooler climate; some modern buildings have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with museums, theaters, and traditional festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to forests, parks, and lakes nearby for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Lithuanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
57%
Weight: 10
Limited but growing options for cultural and historical tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Modest indoor entertainment options including cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Traditional Lithuanian cuisine is prevalent; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
49%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, mostly small and community-based.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports centers, but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce and some health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
43%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events and communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
39%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Lithuania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but slowly growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup activity is limited compared to Vilnius or Kaunas.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
48%
Weight: 30
Šiauliai Airport has limited flights; major international travel requires going to Vilnius or Kaunas airports.
🚇 Public Transit
74%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps; taxis are available.
🚲 Cycling
63%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and cycling culture, but infrastructure could improve.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
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
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
89%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Lithuania is part of the Schengen Area; visa policies are straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for startups but overall average tax environment.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as an EU member.
🏛️ Political Stability
83%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is relatively straightforward but requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is streamlined but may require local assistance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
31%
Weight: 25
Few or no regular digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Šiauliai digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but growing diversity.