La Serena

🇨🇱Chile•South America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living55

Safety75

Healthcare73

Career Opportunities65

Climate73

Transport69

Air Quality77

Family Friendliness77

Education72

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 La Serena a good place to live?

La Serena scores 70/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 55/100), very safe (safety: 75/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 73/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in La Serena?

La Serena has a cost of living score of 55/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around La Serena?

La Serena has a transport score of 69/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in La Serena?

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

▸Is La Serena safe for expats?

La Serena has a safety score of 75/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 77/100.

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