Zilina

🇸🇰Slovakia•Eastern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living55

Safety83

Healthcare73

Career Opportunities66

Climate60

Transport73

Air Quality74.5

Family Friendliness79.67

Education76

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 Zilina a good place to live?

Zilina scores 69/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 55/100), very safe (safety: 83/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 73/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Zilina?

Zilina has a cost of living score of 55/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Zilina?

Zilina 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 Zilina?

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

▸Is Zilina safe for expats?

Zilina has a safety score of 83/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74.5/100.

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