Jaffna

🇱🇰Sri Lanka•South Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living26

Safety66

Healthcare59

Career Opportunities44

Climate59

Transport50

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness63.67

Education55

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 Jaffna a good place to live?

Jaffna scores 53/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 26/100), moderately safe (safety: 66/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 59/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Jaffna?

Jaffna has a cost of living score of 26/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Jaffna?

Jaffna has a transport score of 50/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Jaffna?

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

▸Is Jaffna safe for expats?

Jaffna has a safety score of 66/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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