Reykjavik

🇮🇸Iceland•Northern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living98

Safety92

Healthcare89

Career Opportunities79

Climate41

Transport90

Air Quality63.5

Family Friendliness88

Education89

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 Reykjavik a good place to live?

Reykjavik scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 98/100), very safe (safety: 92/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 89/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Reykjavik?

Reykjavik has a cost of living score of 98/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Reykjavik?

Reykjavik has a transport score of 90/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Reykjavik?

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

▸Is Reykjavik safe for expats?

Reykjavik has a safety score of 92/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 63.5/100.

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