Bratislava

🇸🇰Slovakia•Eastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living64

Safety78

Healthcare74

Career Opportunities72

Climate61

Transport80

Air Quality66.5

Family Friendliness74.67

Education78

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 Bratislava a good place to live?

Bratislava scores 71/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 64/100), very safe (safety: 78/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 74/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Bratislava?

Bratislava has a cost of living score of 64/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Bratislava?

Bratislava has a transport score of 80/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Bratislava?

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

▸Is Bratislava safe for expats?

Bratislava has a safety score of 78/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 66.5/100.

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