Geneva

What you need to know about Geneva

By Expat Guru Last Updated: Today

About Geneva

As an expat in Geneva since 5years now, I'll recommend Lausanne or Zurich before Geneva. French Swiss are slow to make business with and have a lot of bureaucracy.

Nomad Guide of Geneva

Explore Geneva like a local with our comprehensive nomad guide. Find the best places to work, live, and play, all tailored to the digital nomad lifestyle. Stay connected and make the most of your time in Geneva with our insider tips and recommendations.

Continent :

Europe

Country :

switzerland

Weather :

21°C + Humidity 82% = 21°C Feel

Internet Speed :

29 Mbps

Insurance :

Safetywing

Air Quality :

28AQI

Best Neighborhood :

Puplinge

Upcoming Neighborhood :

Lancy

Power :

230V50Hz

Average Trip Length :

5 Days

Best Taxi App :

Uber

10 CHF to USD :

$9.97 USD

Tap Water Quality :

Yes, safe to drink

Visitor per year :

1150000 Visitors

Tourist now :

22040 tourists

Population :

188634 people

GDP per capita :

$79609 / year

Population Density :

Gender Ratio (Expats) :

H % / F %

Religious Gouvernment :

Ambiguous

Appartement Listing :

Online electronics shop :

Digitec

Weather in Geneva

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Cost of Living in Geneva

Discover the cost of living in Geneva with our data source. Compare expenses for housing, food, transportation, and more to make informed decisions about your budget. Stay informed and make the most of your money in Geneva.

Cost of Living for Expats :

$4,573/mo

Cost of Living for Nomads :

$6,291/mo

Cost of Living for Families :

$12,121/mo

Cost of Living for Local :

$3,463/mo

Cost of coffee :

$6.65

Rent for 1 bedroom :

$2,888/mo

Dinner:

$25.91

Beer :

$10.20

Coca Cola :

$4.56

Tax for 50k income :

$4,328

Tax for 100k income :

$14,553

Tax for 250k income :

$65,337

Pros and Cons Living in Geneva

Like many other cities Geneva have a lot of advantages to offer its residents and visitors, but it also has its fair share of drawbacks. We have made this pros and cons table to help you better vizualize them.

Pros

✅ Very safe
✅ Fast internet
✅ Lots of fun stuff to do
✅ Good air quality on average
✅ Nomad List members liked going here a lot
✅ Many Nomad List members have been
✅ Spacious and not crowded
✅ Very easy to do business
✅ High quality of education
✅ Roads are very safe
✅ Great freedom of speech
✅ Democratic
✅ People can speak basic English
✅ Very safe for women
✅ Family friendly
✅ Very friendly to LGBTQ+

Cons

❌ Way too expensive
❌ Cold now
❌ Gets cold in the winter
❌ Very damp now
❌ Not many Nomad List members right now
❌ Very difficult to make friends
❌ Hospitals are bad
❌ Many people smoke tobacco

Quality of Life in Geneva

No Data for now.

Visa Requirements in Geneva

No Data for now.

Security and Crime in Geneva

Stay informed on security and crime in Geneva with updated information on crime rates, types of crimes and measures being taken. Ensure personal safety by staying informed and taking steps to protect yourself and loved ones. Help keep Geneva safe.

Very Low Crime rate

Very High Security Index

Polution and Air Quality in Geneva

Stay informed about the air quality and pollution levels in Geneva. Our data source provides up-to-date information on various pollutants and their effects on health and the environment. By monitoring the air quality in Geneva, you can take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from the harmful effects of pollution.

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As an expat in Geneva since 5years now, I'll recommend Lausanne or Zurich before Geneva. French Swiss are slow to make business with and have a lot of bureaucracy.