Riga

🇱🇻Latvia•Northern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living63

Safety75

Healthcare73

Career Opportunities73

Climate52

Transport88

Air Quality60.5

Family Friendliness73.67

Education79

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Riga a good place to live?

Riga scores 69/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 63/100), very safe (safety: 75/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 73/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Riga?

Riga has a cost of living score of 63/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Riga?

Riga has a transport score of 88/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Riga?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Riga are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Riga safe for expats?

Riga has a safety score of 75/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 60.5/100.

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