Malmo

🇸🇪Sweden•Northern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living78

Safety83

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities80

Climate52

Transport87

Air Quality70.5

Family Friendliness89

Education89

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 Malmo a good place to live?

Malmo scores 77/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 78/100), very safe (safety: 83/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Malmo?

Malmo has a cost of living score of 78/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Malmo?

Malmo has a transport score of 87/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Malmo?

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

▸Is Malmo safe for expats?

Malmo has a safety score of 83/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 70.5/100.

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