Why Digital Nomads Choose Kaunas
Kaunas ranks #97 out of 366 cities in our global digital nomad index, scoring 68/100 overall. It's a strong contender for remote workers who value affordability and personal safety.
Cost of Living in Kaunas
Kaunas is a budget-friendly destination for digital nomads. A comfortable monthly budget including city centre rent, mid-range dining, and public transport comes to approximately $806 — that's 32% below the global average of $1,180.
Rent is the biggest expense: a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $459/month, while moving outside the centre drops that to $470. Eating out is reasonably priced — a cheap meal costs $6 and a cappuccino runs $2. Budget-conscious nomads who cook at home and live outside the centre can manage on as little as $898/month.
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Internet and Connectivity
Average internet speed in Kaunas is 57 Mbps download and 27 Mbps upload, which is excellent. Reliability scores 7.9/10. This is more than sufficient for video calls, screen sharing, and uploading large files.
The city has 5 coworking spaces with average speeds of 50 Mbps — roughly matching residential connections. Day passes start at $9 and monthly memberships average $110.
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Safety and Healthcare
Kaunas scores 72/100 for safety (Great), which is above the global average. Most digital nomads and solo travellers report feeling safe walking around during the day and at night in central areas.
Healthcare quality scores 65/100. Adequate healthcare for routine needs. Consider comprehensive travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation for peace of mind. Air quality scores 70/100 and walkability 67/100.
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Climate and Best Time to Visit
Kaunas has a cool temperate, with long winters and mild summers. Long, cold winters and short but pleasant summers. Most nomads visit from May to September when temperatures are comfortable and daylight hours are long.
How Kaunas Compares
Compared to the global average, Kaunas is 32% cheaper, has slower internet (57 vs 67 Mbps average), and is safer (72 vs 67 average).
Looking for something cheaper? Consider <a href="/cities/dhaka/">Dhaka</a> ($415/mo), <a href="/cities/port-vila/">Port Vila</a> ($421/mo), <a href="/cities/hanoi/">Hanoi</a> ($442/mo).
Need faster internet? Check out <a href="/cities/rotterdam/">Rotterdam</a> (249 Mbps), <a href="/cities/sapporo/">Sapporo</a> (248 Mbps), <a href="/cities/busan/">Busan</a> (240 Mbps).