Valencia

🇪🇸Spain•Southern Europe

City Score

"A more relaxed, affordable, and family-friendly coastal alternative to Barcelona."

City Metrics

Cost of Living61

Safety79

Healthcare84

Career Opportunities72

Climate80

Transport83

Air Quality82.5

Family Friendliness82.67

Education78

Top Neighborhoods

Ruzafa

El Carmen

Cabanyal

Ensanche

Housing Reality

Surging in popularity; landlords move fast and increasingly favor tenants willing to pay 6-12 months upfront to bypass income proofs.

Getting Around

Completely flat and perfect for cycling via the stunning Turia park network. Metro is smaller but effective.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Valencia a good place to live?

Valencia scores 77/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 61/100), very safe (safety: 79/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 84/100). Top neighborhoods include Ruzafa, El Carmen, Cabanyal.

▸What is the cost of living in Valencia?

Valencia has a cost of living score of 61/100 (higher = more affordable). Surging in popularity; landlords move fast and increasingly favor tenants willing to pay 6-12 months upfront to bypass income proofs.

▸How do I get around Valencia?

Valencia has a transport score of 83/100. Completely flat and perfect for cycling via the stunning Turia park network. Metro is smaller but effective.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Valencia?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Valencia are Ruzafa, El Carmen, Cabanyal, Ensanche. A more relaxed, affordable, and family-friendly coastal alternative to Barcelona.

▸Is Valencia safe for expats?

Valencia has a safety score of 79/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 82.5/100.

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