Geneva
Switzerland, Europe
0.2M people
Europe/Zurich
French
Global city
Financial center
Geneva
Geneva is a global city located on Lake Geneva, at the point where the Rhône exits the lake. Known for its international organizations, diplomacy, and financial sector, it's also a beautiful city with stunning scenery.
Diplomatic hub
Lakefront city
Safety
90
Security
Very Safe
Cost
120
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
98
Medical
Excellent
20°
L: 8°
Best time to visitMay
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
$1,800
City center
3 Bedroom
$4,000
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
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
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
$6K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
50
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
90
out of 100
Excellent90
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
98
Excellent
Excellent98
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
90
Expensive
Bad90
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: 90/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 10/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
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
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
75
Good
Good75
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$80
Public Transport
PER LITER
$2.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
85
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA)
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
$80
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
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Geneva
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
85
Excellent85
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
80
Excellent80
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
50
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure95/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$6,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom90/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency80/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
French, German
Tipping Culture
Service is usually included
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many outdoor activities available
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Languages
French, German
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Service is usually included
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many outdoor activities available
Best Time to Visit
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
0.2M
Population
120
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.8K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$6K
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
University of Geneva
Nearby location
Airports
Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA)
Nearby location
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