Hamburg
Germany, Europe
1.9M people
Europe/Berlin
German
City
Port City
Hamburg
Hamburg is the second-largest city in Germany, a major port, and a cultural hub known for its maritime history, canals, and vibrant nightlife.
Cultural Hub
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
18°
L: 8°
Best time to visitMay
Annual rainfall
800mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
75
Rent Index
Expensive
72
Groceries
Expensive
70
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
92
Outstanding
Excellent92
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
70
Very Good
Good70
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
92/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$4K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
50
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
35h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Socialized
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
10
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
81
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent95
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
81
Years
HOSPITALS
10
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
35
Fair
Poor35
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
78
Good
Good78
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
65
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$60
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
85
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$60
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
20
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
85
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Hamburg
Higher education institution
Hamburg University of Technology
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
92
Excellent92
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
95
Excellent95
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
70
Good70
Language Barrier
Low
20
Bad20
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
78
Good78
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
50
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process75/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$4,000
Work Hours/Week
35h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Depends on nationality, Schengen visa usually required for non-EU citizens
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease78/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 20/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency70/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
German
Tipping Culture
Optional, usually 5-10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many cultural events and activities
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Languages
German
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Socialized
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Optional, usually 5-10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many cultural events and activities
Best Time to Visit
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Depends on nationality, Schengen visa usually required for non-EU citizens
Key Statistics
1.9M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.2K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$4K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
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🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
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🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
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🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Hamburg
Nearby location
Hamburg University of Technology
Nearby location
Airports
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Nearby location
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