Kandy

🇱🇰Sri Lanka•South Asia

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living34

Safety64

Healthcare62

Career Opportunities49

Climate60

Transport56

Air Quality62.5

Family Friendliness61.67

Education57

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 Kandy a good place to live?

Kandy scores 55/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 34/100), moderately safe (safety: 64/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 62/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kandy?

Kandy has a cost of living score of 34/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kandy?

Kandy has a transport score of 56/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kandy?

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

▸Is Kandy safe for expats?

Kandy has a safety score of 64/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 62.5/100.

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