Hafnarfjordur

🇮🇸Iceland•Northern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living89

Safety97

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities73

Climate40

Transport83

Air Quality71.5

Family Friendliness93

Education87

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 Hafnarfjordur a good place to live?

Hafnarfjordur scores 77/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 89/100), very safe (safety: 97/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Hafnarfjordur?

Hafnarfjordur has a cost of living score of 89/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Hafnarfjordur?

Hafnarfjordur has a transport score of 83/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Hafnarfjordur?

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

▸Is Hafnarfjordur safe for expats?

Hafnarfjordur has a safety score of 97/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 71.5/100.

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