Thessaloniki

🇬🇷Greece•Southern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living64

Safety73

Healthcare73

Career Opportunities65

Climate88

Transport74

Air Quality81

Family Friendliness73.33

Education72

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 Thessaloniki a good place to live?

Thessaloniki scores 74/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 64/100), very safe (safety: 73/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 73/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Thessaloniki?

Thessaloniki has a cost of living score of 64/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Thessaloniki?

Thessaloniki has a transport score of 74/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Thessaloniki?

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

▸Is Thessaloniki safe for expats?

Thessaloniki has a safety score of 73/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 81/100.

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