Espoo

🇫🇮Finland•Northern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living84

Safety85

Healthcare91

Career Opportunities80

Climate51

Transport90

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness90.33

Education93

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 Espoo a good place to live?

Espoo scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 84/100), very safe (safety: 85/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 91/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Espoo?

Espoo has a cost of living score of 84/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Espoo?

Espoo has a transport score of 90/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Espoo?

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

▸Is Espoo safe for expats?

Espoo has a safety score of 85/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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