Rijeka

🇭🇷Croatia•Southern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living57

Safety85

Healthcare70

Career Opportunities64

Climate82

Transport73

Air Quality86.5

Family Friendliness78.67

Education74

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 Rijeka a good place to live?

Rijeka scores 74/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 57/100), very safe (safety: 85/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 70/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Rijeka?

Rijeka has a cost of living score of 57/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Rijeka?

Rijeka has a transport score of 73/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Rijeka?

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

▸Is Rijeka safe for expats?

Rijeka has a safety score of 85/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 86.5/100.

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