Santiago

🇵🇦Panama•Central America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living56

Safety74

Healthcare69

Career Opportunities58

Climate59

Transport62

Air Quality69.5

Family Friendliness72.33

Education63

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 Santiago a good place to live?

Santiago scores 64/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 56/100), very safe (safety: 74/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 69/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Santiago?

Santiago has a cost of living score of 56/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Santiago?

Santiago has a transport score of 62/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Santiago?

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

▸Is Santiago safe for expats?

Santiago has a safety score of 74/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 69.5/100.

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