Timisoara

🇷🇴Romania•Eastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living45

Safety81

Healthcare64

Career Opportunities66

Climate63

Transport66

Air Quality75

Family Friendliness74

Education70

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 Timisoara a good place to live?

Timisoara scores 66/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 45/100), very safe (safety: 81/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 64/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Timisoara?

Timisoara has a cost of living score of 45/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Timisoara?

Timisoara has a transport score of 66/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Timisoara?

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

▸Is Timisoara safe for expats?

Timisoara has a safety score of 81/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 75/100.

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