💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, especially for long-term stays in smaller apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and reliable within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though facilities may be basic.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Latvian Euro currency is stable with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds, but not as fast or widespread as in larger cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; quiet spots are available.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with less hustle compared to big cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean air and low pollution due to small population and green surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
42%
Weight: 30
Latvian is primary language; English is spoken by younger people but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality with minimal industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Quiet city with parks and schools; limited international schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
60%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but specialized care requires travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical needs may require going to Riga.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and relatively 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
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small size and low traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals but limited international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Access to forests, lakes, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Latvian and Russian locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; more authentic local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or theaters.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
58%
Weight: 25
Traditional Latvian cuisine dominates; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
37%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios; limited variety.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but no large fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is available; organic and health-focused stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+3 in summer, suitable for European and some Asian time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized.
🏢 Coworking Quality
38%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to Riga or other capitals.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; some digital options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
32%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Riga, about 2.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Local bus network is functional but limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Bolt or Uber.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to Riga and other cities available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 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
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Latvia is in the Schengen zone; visa process straightforward for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but can be bureaucratic and slow for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but requires some paperwork and local presence.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 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 digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Rēzekne digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.