Lisbon

🇵🇹Portugal•Southern Europe

City Score

"The original European 'digital nomad capital', full of tech expats, surfers, and a hyper-active international social scene."

City Metrics

Cost of Living74

Safety84

Healthcare82

Career Opportunities76

Climate84

Transport86

Air Quality81

Family Friendliness79.67

Education79

Top Neighborhoods

Principe Real

Santos

Alfama (touristy)

Parque das Nacoes (modern)

Housing Reality

Extreme housing crisis. The 'fiador' (Portuguese guarantor) is often mandatory; if you don't have one, expect to pay 6 to 12 months rent upfront.

Getting Around

Extremely hilly. The metro is fairly small but covers the core. Bolt/Uber are incredibly cheap and heavily utilized.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Lisbon a good place to live?

Lisbon scores 81/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 74/100), very safe (safety: 84/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 82/100). Top neighborhoods include Principe Real, Santos, Alfama (touristy).

▸What is the cost of living in Lisbon?

Lisbon has a cost of living score of 74/100 (higher = more affordable). Extreme housing crisis. The 'fiador' (Portuguese guarantor) is often mandatory; if you don't have one, expect to pay 6 to 12 months rent upfront.

▸How do I get around Lisbon?

Lisbon has a transport score of 86/100. Extremely hilly. The metro is fairly small but covers the core. Bolt/Uber are incredibly cheap and heavily utilized.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Lisbon?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Lisbon are Principe Real, Santos, Alfama (touristy), Parque das Nacoes (modern). The original European 'digital nomad capital', full of tech expats, surfers, and a hyper-active international social scene.

▸Is Lisbon safe for expats?

Lisbon has a safety score of 84/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 81/100.

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