Liepāja, Latvia 🇱🇻
#1681
56.504843, 21.00709
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable compared to Western European cities, with reasonable prices for essentials.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices, especially for long-term stays, though prices can vary significantly by location.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, and local markets offer fresh produce at good prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, with a good network of buses and trams.
🎟️ 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 many areas offering high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Liepāja is not a major hub for digital nomads, but interest is growing.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
82%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality with access to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, but some areas could use more attention.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Latvian is the primary language, but many younger people speak English.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, especially in less urbanized areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent, with both public and private options available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are generally low compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, though waiting times can vary.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and a fair amount of rain, which may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for relaxation and outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in some places, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but winters can be harsh and long.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural history, though not as vibrant as larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, but a few bars and clubs exist.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful beaches and nature reserves nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for learning Latvian compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with local and international cuisine, though still developing.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not a wide variety.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good access to fitness facilities, though options may be limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as diverse as in larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe, but less favorable for Asia or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not as many as in larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem, with few resources available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good access to local payment services, including card payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Public transit is reliable and affordable, with good coverage.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City is walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not fully developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options via bus and train.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Power grid is stable and reliable, with few outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are manageable, but can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, not particularly favorable for expats.
🗣️ 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 risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is possible, but can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible, but can be complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available, though options exist for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 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
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, but some issues may arise in certain areas.