Exupery International School
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International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
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Overview
Latvia🇱🇻
At a Glance
How Latvia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
58 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
79/100
Healthcare
63/100
Quality of Life
164/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Latvia
Cost of Living
58
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
43
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
58
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
61
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Latvia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
79/100
Crime Index
10/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Latvia
Latvia has 15 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,143 in Ventspils to $1,459 in Riga. Jūrmala leads on safety, scoring 83/100. Ventspils ranks highest for quality of life at 168/200.
💸Most Affordable
Ventspils
$1,143/mo
Safest
Jūrmala
83/100
Best Quality of Life
Ventspils
168/200
Best Healthcare
Riga
73/100
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15 of 15 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riga | $1,459 | 76/100 | 164/200 | 73/100 | 29 |
| Daugavpils | $1,169 | 82/100 | 167/200 | 60/100 | 17 |
| Liepāja | $1,160 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 60/100 | 16 |
| Jelgava | $1,148 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 16 |
| Jūrmala | $1,145 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Ventspils | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Rēzekne | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Valmiera | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Ogre | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Jēkabpils | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Mārupe | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Salaspils | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Dārzciems | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Tukums | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
| Cēsis | $1,143 | 83/100 | 168/200 | 59/100 | 15 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Families
Schools
14 verified school profiles across 4 cities in Latvia — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
International School of Riga
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Primary Years
International School Premjers
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
Ib Middle Years
King’s College, The British School of Latvia
Verified
British School of LatviaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Bso
Ib World School
Exupery International School
Verified
JūrmalaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
International School of Latvia
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib World School
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Latvia
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Latvia
Pollution Index
23/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
11.6ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Latvia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Latvia?
Latvia has a cost of living index of 58 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,459 in Riga.
Is Latvia safe for expats?
Latvia has a safety index of 79/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Riga scores highest on safety at 76/100.
What is the best city in Latvia for expats and digital nomads?
Riga ranks highest for quality of life in Latvia, scoring 164/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,459/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Latvia?
Latvia scores 63/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Latvia cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Latvia's cost of living is roughly 42% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 57% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Latvia?
Latvia has a pollution index of 23/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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