Budapest

🇭🇺Hungary•Eastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living61

Safety79

Healthcare66

Career Opportunities73

Climate63

Transport81

Air Quality68

Family Friendliness72.33

Education78

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 Budapest a good place to live?

Budapest scores 70/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 61/100), very safe (safety: 79/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 66/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Budapest?

Budapest has a cost of living score of 61/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Budapest?

Budapest has a transport score of 81/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Budapest?

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

▸Is Budapest safe for expats?

Budapest has a safety score of 79/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 68/100.

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