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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Jekabpils is generally affordable compared to larger Latvian cities, with lower prices on daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
78%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite reasonable, especially for long-term stays in smaller apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable groceries; dining out is inexpensive but limited in variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but cheap; most rely on personal transport or cycling.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; costs are low but choices are few.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with affordable monthly fees, though facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Latvian Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong EU backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
68%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds available but not as fast or widespread as in Riga.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
31%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices or cafes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes offer WiFi but connectivity and ambiance vary greatly.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited power outlets and seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Jekabpils is not a known hub for digital nomads; very low presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
74%
Weight: 30
Quiet town atmosphere supports good work-life balance with less urban stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean air and natural surroundings contribute to good environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
76%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, typical of smaller Latvian towns.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Latvian is primary language; English is not widely spoken outside younger population.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good for families with parks, schools, and low crime.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
55%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available but limited specialist care; better options in Riga.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private care costs more but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical needs require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow and short summers; frequent rain and overcast days.
🌪️ 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
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare in homes and public places due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers, though winters are long.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich Latvian cultural heritage but limited cultural events in Jekabpils itself.
🌃 Nightlife
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to rivers, forests, and parks offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mostly through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
45%
Weight: 10
Limited organized tours; more authentic local experiences available through community.
🎳 Indoors Fun
37%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; small cinemas and community centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Traditional Latvian cuisine dominates; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; mostly small private classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and sports clubs available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
58%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce available; organic and health-focused stores are rare.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
76%
Weight: 20
UTC+3 in summer, suitable for European and some Asian time zone overlaps.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
32%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events; mostly informal local meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote jobs depend on external companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Few freelancers locally; limited community support or platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are minimal and basic in facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
25%
Weight: 15
Almost no startup ecosystem in Jekabpils; concentrated in Riga.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; mobile payments growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest but no major hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
No local airport; nearest international airport is Riga, about 2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within town; no train connections to major cities.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are rare; taxis available but limited.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common and supported by some bike lanes and paths.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to Riga and other cities exist but are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few bike rental options; no electric scooter services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G limited.
🔒 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
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Latvia is in the Schengen zone; visa process straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for entrepreneurs but bureaucracy can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as part of EU standards.
🏛️ Political Stability
82%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local address and documentation; some banks have strict policies.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Latvia as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events in Jekabpils.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups specific to Jekabpils digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates typical of small Latvian towns.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe environment for women; some cultural conservatism but generally respectful.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.