Living in Vilnius
Lithuania · temperate
Vilnius is a mid-sized city of roughly 590,000 people inland in Lithuania. The climate is temperate. It keeps a balanced mix of locals and visitors and is considered very safe. A typical month of living costs around $1,350. Healthcare is strong, and the internet is fast enough for full-time remote work. People come here for history, art and culture, food and eating out.
By 2030 something concrete is due to change here: Rail Baltica high-speed line.
Vilnius at a glance: cost, climate, safety
Who tends to love living in Vilnius
- Feeling safe day to day
- Working remotely with reliable internet
- Getting around on foot
- A genuinely good food scene
- Access to strong healthcare
- Raising a family
All parameters
💉 Childhood vaccines: Recommended, never required
Recommended, with a written refusal filed by the doctor.
If you skip them: Nothing.
Exemptions: Not needed.
Source: Vaccines 2024;12:1296, European survey
🚀 Popularity & prices: Growing fast
Accommodation prices have moved about +48% in the last 5 years.
Estimates, for orientation only.
🔭 Where this place is heading
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⚠️ The downsides of living in Vilnius
- •Nothing major on our radar, still, verify visas and healthcare for your case.
Health, air (WHO PM2.5), water & crime figures are rough country-level estimates, verify for your case.
Where is Vilnius?
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Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Vilnius, Lithuania?
A typical month in Vilnius costs around $1,350, covering rent and everyday expenses for one person. It is an estimate meant for comparing places, not for budgeting exactly.
Is Vilnius, Lithuania safe?
Arcadia rates personal safety in Vilnius at 4 out of 5, which is good.
What is the internet like in Vilnius?
Internet in Vilnius is rated 5 out of 5 for remote work, which is excellent. Starlink is available in this country.
What is the weather like in Vilnius?
Vilnius has a temperate climate.
Is healthcare good in Vilnius?
Healthcare in Vilnius is rated 4 out of 5 overall, which is good. Public healthcare is 4/5 and private healthcare 5/5.
How easy is it to move to Lithuania?
Arcadia rates the ease of getting residency in Lithuania at 3 out of 5, which is reasonable. The place page lists the visa routes that apply and which depend on your passport.
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