Moving to Armenia from Lithuania

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Lithuania to Armenia? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Lithuania to Armenia, you would find that Armenia is 22.8% cheaper than Lithuania overall. A €64,304 salary in Lithuania would need to be roughly AMD24,078,604 in Armenia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Armenian. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Yerevan averages 65°F vs 51°F in Vilnius, making it significantly warmer.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Lithuania and Armenia.

What does your salary buy?

€64,304 AMD24,078,604

To maintain the same standard of living in Armenia

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 36.7% less

Groceries

pay 16.0% less

Transportation

pay 33.5% less

Housing

pay 15.1% less

Childcare

pay 35.8% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 30.6% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 EUR = 429.42 AMD (June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Armenia compared to Lithuania.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

LT
2.4
AM
2.2
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

LT
6.3
AM
13.6

Lithuania generally does better on safety, though Armenia leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

LT
$4,127
AM
$2,033
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

LT
51.3
AM
31.2

Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Armenia leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

LT
39.0
AM
70.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

LT
4.5t
AM
2.5t

Lithuania generally does better on environment, though Armenia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

LT
29.4
AM
18.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

LT
1.8%
AM
59.9%

Lithuania performs better than Armenia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

LT
7.0%
AM
8.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

LT
$46,200
AM
$20,800

Lithuania performs better than Armenia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

LT
75.8 yrs
AM
76.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

LT
3.6
AM
12.2

Lithuania generally does better on family life, though Armenia leads in life expectancy.

Data: State Tax Inspectorate, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Vilnius Rain: 27.0 in/yr (685 mm)
51° / 37°F

Avg. annual high / low

Yerevan Rain: 10.9 in/yr (277 mm)
65° / 42°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Vilnius Yerevan
Jan–Mar 33°/22°F (0°/-5°C) 42°/24°F (5°/-5°C)
Apr–Jun 63°/44°F (17°/7°C) 75°/50°F (24°/10°C)
Jul–Sep 69°/52°F (21°/11°C) 88°/60°F (31°/15°C)
Oct–Dec 40°/31°F (4°/-1°C) 54°/35°F (12°/1°C)
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Month Vilnius Yerevan
Jan 29°/20°F (-1.6°/-6.4°C) 34°/18°F (1.0°/-8.0°C)
Feb 30°/20°F (-0.9°/-6.5°C) 39°/21°F (4.0°/-6.0°C)
Mar 39°/26°F (4.0°/-3.1°C) 52°/32°F (11.0°/0.0°C)
Apr 54°/36°F (12.2°/2.3°C) 66°/43°F (19.0°/6.0°C)
May 65°/46°F (18.4°/7.6°C) 75°/50°F (24.0°/10.0°C)
Jun 70°/51°F (21.0°/10.8°C) 84°/57°F (29.0°/14.0°C)
Jul 74°/56°F (23.3°/13.1°C) 91°/63°F (33.0°/17.0°C)
Aug 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.3°C) 90°/63°F (32.0°/17.0°C)
Sep 62°/47°F (16.8°/8.1°C) 82°/54°F (28.0°/12.0°C)
Oct 51°/39°F (10.4°/3.8°C) 70°/45°F (21.0°/7.0°C)
Nov 38°/31°F (3.5°/-0.8°C) 54°/34°F (12.0°/1.0°C)
Dec 31°/23°F (-0.6°/-5.0°C) 39°/25°F (4.0°/-4.0°C)

Data: Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Lithuania and Armenia. To live, work, or study long-term in Armenia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Armenia's immigration authority.

Lithuania passport

Lithuania passport holder visiting Armenia

Visa Free
Lithuania passport holders can enter Armenia without a visa.
Armenia passport

Armenia passport holder visiting Lithuania

Visa Required
Armenia passport holders need a visa to enter Lithuania.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Armenia than Lithuania?

On average Armenia is about 13% less expensive than Lithuania, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Armenia?

Budget about AMD6,019,651 for 3 months in Armenia (based on a €64,304 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Armenia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Armenia: 18.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Armenia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Armenia safe for expats?

Lithuania generally does better on safety, though Armenia leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Armenia is 2.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.4 in Lithuania.

How is healthcare in Armenia compared to Lithuania?

Lithuania generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Armenia leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 31.2 doctors per 10,000 people in Armenia, compared to 51.3 in Lithuania. Armenia scores 68 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Lithuania: 75).

What's the weather like in Armenia compared to Lithuania?

The average high temperature in Yerevan is 65°F, compared to 51°F in Vilnius. Yerevan receives around 10.9 in of rainfall per year, while Vilnius gets 27.0 in.

What language do they speak in Armenia?

The official language in Armenia is Armenian. In Lithuania, the official language is Lithuanian.

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At a Glance

LT AM
Population 2,683,546 3,000,756
Currency Euro (€) Armenian Dram (AMD)
Languages Lithuanian Armenian
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +370 +374
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112