Hamburg

🇩🇪Germany•Western Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living70

Safety84

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities85

Climate58

Transport85

Air Quality74

Family Friendliness88.33

Education86

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 Hamburg a good place to live?

Hamburg scores 78/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 70/100), very safe (safety: 84/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Hamburg?

Hamburg has a cost of living score of 70/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Hamburg?

Hamburg has a transport score of 85/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Hamburg?

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

▸Is Hamburg safe for expats?

Hamburg has a safety score of 84/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74/100.

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