Quality of life in Murgenthal (Aargau) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.2/ 10
Fair
Population
2,849
Commune type
Village

Living in Murgenthal, a commune of 2849 inhabitants in Canton Aargau — with an overall score of 5.2/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) and Noise (9.1/10). Its score is below the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.1
Air Quality
5.5
Public Transport
0.4
Education & Culture
4.8
Nightlife & Dining
2.0
Nature & Green Spaces
9.6
Healthcare
6.9
Taxation
4.5
Annual Sunshine
4.4
Cantonal average

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Family
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Murgenthal achieves a compatibility score of 6.7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Murgenthal excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (9.1/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Healthcare (6.9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.4/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (2/10) — limited dining and nightlife options, Annual Sunshine (4.4/10).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek MurgenthalLibrary
Schulhaus RikenSchool
Mittelstufe MurgenthalSchool

Public Transport

MurgenthalTrain Station
Glashütten KircheBus Stop
NeustadtBus Stop
GadligenBus Stop
Riken SchuleBus Stop
HohwartBus Stop
Murgenthal GemeindehausBus Stop
MoosmattBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Apotheke MurgenthalDoctor

Guides to read for this area

Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.

Considering buying property in Murgenthal or moving to Canton Aargau? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.

Frequently asked questions about Murgenthal

What's it like to live in Murgenthal? Resident impressions and quality of life
Murgenthal is a small commune in Aargau defined by exceptional natural surroundings and sound environmental conditions. The weakest dimension is public transport access, scoring 0.2, which significantly limits mobility without a car. Education services also lag noticeably at 2.5. Nonetheless, the commune excels in nature preservation with a 9.5 score and noise levels at 9.1, creating a genuinely quiet, green setting. Air quality registers 6.8, supporting healthy living. With neighbors Fulenbach, Wynau, and Vordemwald nearby, residents enjoy a rural character while remaining within the Aarau-Olten agglomeration. Explore the detailed dimension scores on the map to understand how these factors shape daily life here.
How sunny and clean is the air in Murgenthal?
Murgenthal demonstrates mixed environmental conditions. Air quality scores moderately at 6.8, indicating room for improvement in this dimension. Sunshine exposure remains below average at 4.4, reflecting typical conditions for the region. However, the commune excels in noise management, with a sound environment score of 9.1, and stands out particularly for its natural surroundings, achieving a nature score of 9.5. These strengths suggest a relatively peaceful setting despite moderate air and sun metrics. Explore the detailed environmental profiles on the map to understand how these factors compare with neighboring communities like Fulenbach, Wynau, and Vordemwald.
How well-connected is Murgenthal? Transport, schools, dining
Murgenthal's connectivity is defined by significant constraints in urban services. Transport accessibility scores just 0.2, while dining and educational options register similarly low at 0.7 and 2.5 respectively. These figures reflect the commune's rural character within the Aarau-Olten agglomeration, positioning it between neighbors Fulenbach, Wynau, and Vordemwald. However, residents benefit from exceptional environmental quality, with nature scoring 9.5 and noise levels at 9.1. The trade-off is clear: limited local services in exchange for tranquility and natural amenities. Explore the detailed map to understand how proximity to regional centers might offset these local constraints.
What are the neighboring communes of Murgenthal and how big is it?
Murgenthal is a small commune in Aargau with a population of 2,849 residents. It borders three neighboring communes: Fulenbach, Wynau, and Vordemwald. Despite its modest size, Murgenthal scores exceptionally well on environmental quality, with a nature score of 9.5 and noise levels at 9.1, indicating a peaceful, green setting. However, public transport connectivity remains limited, scoring just 0.2. The commune offers reasonable air quality at 6.8, yet educational and dining facilities are less developed. Explore the detailed profile on the map to discover more about this rural Aargau community.
Is Murgenthal a tax-friendly municipality?
Murgenthal's fiscal attractiveness is moderate rather than exceptional. The commune scores 4.5 on taxation, positioning it neither as a tax haven nor as a particularly expensive choice. While this middling score reflects average tax conditions, Murgenthal compensates through other environmental strengths. The commune excels in nature access with a 9.5 score and noise control at 9.1, creating an appealing setting for those prioritizing quality of life over tax minimization. For those weighing fiscal policy alongside livability factors, explore the detailed breakdown on the map to compare Murgenthal with its neighbors Fulenbach, Wynau, and Vordemwald.

Neighboring communes of Murgenthal

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.1 %20–64 years 62.1 %65 and over 18.9 %
Density
162 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+7.0 %
Vacant housing
4.1 %
New dwellings
5.5 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.4 %
Tertiary employment
58.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 8.2 %Agricultural land 27.8 %Forest 62.9 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Aargau (AG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.2589, 7.8518
BFS Number
4279
Last updated
29 June 2026

Data: FSO, geo.admin.ch, OSM — Scores normalised 0-10