Cuenca

🇪🇨Ecuador•South America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living37

Safety61

Healthcare64

Career Opportunities47

Climate73

Transport57

Air Quality70

Family Friendliness64.67

Education62

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 Cuenca a good place to live?

Cuenca scores 58/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 37/100), moderately safe (safety: 61/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 64/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Cuenca?

Cuenca has a cost of living score of 37/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Cuenca?

Cuenca has a transport score of 57/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Cuenca?

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

▸Is Cuenca safe for expats?

Cuenca has a safety score of 61/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 70/100.

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