Zurich
Switzerland, Europe
0.4M people
Europe/Zurich
German
Finance
Technology
Zurich
Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland, known for its financial center, high quality of life, and stunning natural beauty.
Tourism
Culture
Safety
95
Security
Very Safe
Cost
120
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
98
Medical
Excellent
18°
L: 8°
Best time to visitJune
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
120
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
130
Rent Index
Very Expensive
110
Groceries
Very Expensive
125
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$2,000
City center
3 Bedroom
$4,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average70% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
92
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
92
Outstanding
Excellent92
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
85/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$70K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
50
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
90
out of 100
Excellent90
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
95
out of 100
Excellent95
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
98
Excellent
Excellent98
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
110
Expensive
Bad100
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
15
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
83
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent98
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 95/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 5/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability98/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
98
Health Index
LIFESPAN
83
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
25
Fair
Bad25
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
75
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$100
Public Transport
PER LITER
$2.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
95
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
90
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
95
Excellent
Excellent95
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$100
per month
Fuel
$2
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
20
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
98
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
88
Excellent
Major Universities
ETH Zurich
Higher education institution
University of Zurich
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
85
Excellent85
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
75
Good75
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
85
Excellent85
Language Barrier
High
70
Good70
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
85
Excellent85
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
50
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure95/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$70,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality. Check Swiss embassy website for details.
Business Freedom95/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease85/100
Language BarrierModerate Barrier
Score: 70/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency85/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
German
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service.
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many outdoor activities and cultural events.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Languages
German
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service.
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many outdoor activities and cultural events.
Best Time to Visit
June
July
August
September
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality. Check Swiss embassy website for details.
Key Statistics
0.4M
Population
120
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$2.0K
1BR Rent
95
Transport
$70K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
ETH Zurich
Nearby location
University of Zurich
Nearby location
Airports
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Nearby location
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