Vienna loses quality of life worldwide: Zurich on the throne!

Vienna loses quality of life worldwide: Zurich on the throne!

In the renowned Mercer ranking, Vienna has lost its long-term top position and has now fallen in second place behind Zurich. According to information from Volksblatt , the decline in the availability of suitable rental objects for international disputes is the main reason for this relegation. This assessment based on the quality of life for expats takes numerous criteria into account, including the social and political environment as well as health and education.

The attractiveness of Zurich as a place of life for foreign workers is not only shown in the excellent quality of public services, but also in the low crime rate and a living cultural scene. Nevertheless, interested parties, such as The press , must also keep an eye on the high living costs, which Zurich make one of the most expensive cities in the world. Vienna, on the other hand, was able to score in the availability of internet connections, although the city fell behind Zurich and Geneva in the overall comparison, which took place one and three.

top placements in detail

This year's ranking shows that European cities dominate the list, with Copenhagen in fourth place and Auckland on the fifth. Interestingly, Frankfurt is the only German representative among the top ten cities with a seventh place together. Mercer analyzed the living conditions in over 450 cities worldwide and took into account 39 factors, which makes the determined placements particularly meaningful.

Yvonne Traber, Global Mobility Leader at Mercer, emphasizes that at a time of digital nomads and flexible work, high quality of life and affordable living costs are crucial. This knowledge is a challenge for companies and international employees who have to make important decisions on moving and talent management. Even if Vienna remains an attractive location, the intensive competition for top positions in this list will present the city with new challenges.