Ostrava

🇨🇿Czechia•Central Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living63

Safety87

Healthcare79

Career Opportunities73

Climate59

Transport78

Air Quality76

Family Friendliness84.33

Education80

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 Ostrava a good place to live?

Ostrava scores 74/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 63/100), very safe (safety: 87/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 79/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Ostrava?

Ostrava has a cost of living score of 63/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Ostrava?

Ostrava has a transport score of 78/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Ostrava?

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

▸Is Ostrava safe for expats?

Ostrava has a safety score of 87/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 76/100.

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