Vancouver

🇨🇦Canada•North America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living80

Safety86

Healthcare83

Career Opportunities83

Climate61

Transport88

Air Quality74

Family Friendliness86

Education87

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Vancouver a good place to live?

Vancouver scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 80/100), very safe (safety: 86/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 83/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Vancouver?

Vancouver has a cost of living score of 80/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Vancouver?

Vancouver has a transport score of 88/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Vancouver?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Vancouver are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Vancouver safe for expats?

Vancouver has a safety score of 86/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74/100.

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