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Šiauliai, Lithuania 🇱🇹
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Šiauliai offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, with options for both short-term and long-term stays at affordable rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with low-cost bus services within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable with several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian Euro currency is stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly small and concentrated in the city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi but the selection is not extensive.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but amenities like power outlets can be inconsistent.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Šiauliai is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, with few nomads currently residing.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Generally good balance with a slower pace of life and reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels and good urban planning.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with effective waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
52%
Weight: 30
Lithuanian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger people but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good family amenities and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are adequate but not as advanced as in larger European cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially for EU citizens with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are accessible, but specialized care may require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow and relatively short summers; moderate rainfall throughout the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city provide good outdoor options.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in residential buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution levels, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
69%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with museums, theaters, and traditional festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited with a few bars and clubs, mostly catering to locals.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby forests, lakes, and nature reserves for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Lithuanian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Limited but authentic local tours and cultural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
57%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options like cinemas and bowling exist but are limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
64%
Weight: 25
Traditional Lithuanian cuisine is available; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
51%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios exist, mostly small and community-based.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Lithuania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
54%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional with essential amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
56%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with some government support but limited scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
73%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto but limited infrastructure and adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Šiauliai Airport has limited flights; major international travel requires going to Vilnius or Kaunas airports.
🚇 Public Transit
76%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city with affordable fares.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
53%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Bolt are available but less prevalent than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
61%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure exists but is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
67%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Lithuanian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
44%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide with emerging 5G in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
71%
Weight: 40
EU Schengen visa policies apply; straightforward for EU citizens, moderate for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates with some incentives for startups and freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
86%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is straightforward for residents; more complex for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively simple with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available in Lithuania.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
52%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks dedicated infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
38%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad events or meetups occur in Šiauliai.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence or forums for nomads based in Šiauliai.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.