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Zurich

Extremely safe and well-run, but among the most expensive cities in the world for a nomad budget.

In Zurich, a mid-range month runs about $6,583 (CHF 5,392) and there is some violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very High

Among the 5% most expensive cities day to day

Internet9.8/10

Among the 5% fastest cities for internet

Visas3/10

Harder visas than about 90% of cities

Coworking3.5/10

Weaker coworking than about 70% of cities

English8/10

More English-friendly than about 70% of cities

Walkability9.6/10

Among the 5% easiest cities to get around

Gyms & Wellness6.8/10

Better wellness options than about 65% of cities

Getting There10/10

Among the 1% easiest cities to reach

Scores are built from researched data, with sources cited on the categories we have them for — open any category below to see them.

Everything we know

34 categories for Zurich, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Outdoor activities

  • Surfing: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Munich (~250 km) · Cinque Terre (~350 km)

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Data last updated October 2026 · Verify anything important.

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