💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Jekabpils is generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
73%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside the city center, suitable for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport and local taxis are inexpensive, with limited but sufficient options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local events and cinemas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are moderately priced, with some budget-friendly options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Latvian Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong EU backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds available, though not as fast as in larger cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or remote work from home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; quiet spaces are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Jekabpils is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID and affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Calm lifestyle with less hustle, suitable for balancing work and relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and natural surroundings with low industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Latvian is primary language; English is spoken by younger population but limited overall.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Low pollution levels due to small population and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Quiet city with parks and schools; limited entertainment for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but specialized care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to Riga.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and moderate summers; frequent rain and overcast days reduce appeal.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in most buildings due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich Latvian cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and occasional events.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to rivers, forests, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some local language schools and informal opportunities to learn Latvian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; more authentic experiences through local community.
🎳 Indoors Fun
42%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
58%
Weight: 25
Traditional Latvian cuisine available; few international dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
35%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; limited variety and class availability.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers present but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; organic and health-focused stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 in summer; convenient for European and some Asian time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside Latvia.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; facilities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity; most innovation hubs are in Riga.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; some digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Low adoption; limited local infrastructure for crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
25%
Weight: 30
No major airport in Jekabpils; nearest international airport is in Riga (~2 hours away).
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
Small city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Bolt or Uber have limited presence.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths exist but infrastructure is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to Riga and other cities available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is limited mostly to cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Latvia is in the Schengen Area; visa process straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity for freelancers and foreign income.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as an EU member.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some paperwork and time.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for nomads specifically in Jekabpils.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity may affect diversity experiences.