Nantes

🇫🇷France•Western Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living71

Safety77

Healthcare86

Career Opportunities75

Climate69

Transport85

Air Quality76

Family Friendliness85.33

Education82

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 Nantes a good place to live?

Nantes scores 77/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 71/100), very safe (safety: 77/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 86/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Nantes?

Nantes has a cost of living score of 71/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Nantes?

Nantes 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 Nantes?

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

▸Is Nantes safe for expats?

Nantes has a safety score of 77/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 76/100.

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