Lyon

🇫🇷France•Western Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living79

Safety75

Healthcare89

Career Opportunities80

Climate70

Transport91

Air Quality73

Family Friendliness83.33

Education84

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 Lyon a good place to live?

Lyon scores 80/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 79/100), very safe (safety: 75/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 89/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Lyon?

Lyon has a cost of living score of 79/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Lyon?

Lyon has a transport score of 91/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Lyon?

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

▸Is Lyon safe for expats?

Lyon has a safety score of 75/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 73/100.

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