Bucharest

🇷🇴Romania•Eastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living54

Safety76

Healthcare65

Career Opportunities72

Climate64

Transport73

Air Quality67

Family Friendliness69

Education72

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 Bucharest a good place to live?

Bucharest scores 67/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 54/100), very safe (safety: 76/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 65/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Bucharest?

Bucharest has a cost of living score of 54/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Bucharest?

Bucharest has a transport score of 73/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Bucharest?

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

▸Is Bucharest safe for expats?

Bucharest has a safety score of 76/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 67/100.

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