🇱🇻 Latvia Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Europe · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
56/100
Global Rank
#38/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$1,700
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 43/100 | Expensive |
| Rent | 69/100 | Moderate |
| Property Purchase | 69/100 | Moderate |
| Utilities | 69/100 | Moderate |
| Transport | 44/100 | Expensive |
| Overall (composite) | 47 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $1,700 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Latvia
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daugavpils | $1,700 | 47 | 76 |
| Liepaja | $1,700 | 47 | 76 |
| Jelgava | $1,700 | 47 | 76 |
| Riga | $1,750 | 48 | 72 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 33% |
| VAT / GST | 21% |
| Corporate Tax | 20% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 25.5% |
Special Tax Regimes
- Additional 3% on total annual income above €200,000
Two rates since 2025: 25.5% up to €105,300, 33% above (plus 3% above €200,000).
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 36% | $2,667 |
| $100,000 | 36% | $5,333 |
| $200,000 | 39% | $10,179 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Visa-Free | 90 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Freedom of Movement | Unlimited | Yes | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Riga |
| Population | 1.8 Million |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Latvian |
| Region | Northern Europe |
| Timezone | EET (UTC+2) |
| English Proficiency | High |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Latvia Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/lv. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.