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

6.3/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
19,870
Commune type
Town

Living in Wettingen, a commune of 19870 inhabitants in Canton Aargau — with an overall score of 6.3/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (8.9/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (8.1/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
7.9
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
4.3
Education & Culture
7.9
Nightlife & Dining
6.2
Nature & Green Spaces
8.1
Healthcare
8.9
Taxation
5.1
Annual Sunshine
3.5
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Family
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Retirement
Good
mediantop
Nature
Average
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Wettingen achieves a compatibility score of 6.6/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.8/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Wettingen excels in Healthcare (8.9/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Nature & Green Spaces (8.1/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (7.9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.5/10), Public Transport (4.3/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Eduard Spörri MuseumMuseum
Gemeindebibliothek WettingenLibrary
Mediothek Kantonsschule WettingenLibrary
OrientCinema / Theatre
Gluuri Suter HuusCinema / Theatre
KSWE TurnhallenSchool
MargeläckerSchool
DorfschuleSchool

Public Transport

WettingenTrain Station
BrunnenwieseBus Stop
BushofBus Stop
MärzengasseBus Stop
BusgarageBus Stop
KreuzkapelleBus Stop
HalbartenstrasseBus Stop
SchönenbühlstrasseBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Paracelsus ApothekeDoctor
Walter MorettoDoctor
Podologie FreiDoctor
Zahnarztpraxis WettingenDoctor
Doktor Zentrum WettingenDoctor
Coop VitalityDoctor
Dr. OettliDoctor
TopPharm Rathaus ApothekeDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Wettingen 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 Wettingen

What's it like to live in Wettingen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Wettingen impresses most with its nature score of 8.1, reflecting strong access to outdoor spaces and green environments. Sound levels are also favorable at 7.9, while healthcare quality scores 7.4. By contrast, public transport connectivity registers only 2.8, and dining and leisure options score modestly at 3.1. Air quality at 6.1 remains acceptable. Education services score 4.1, notably below average. Located in the Zurich agglomeration near Neuenhof, Ennetbaden, and Würenlos, Wettingen offers a quieter residential setting with excellent natural surroundings. This profile suits nature lovers and those seeking peaceful living conditions, though car dependency may be necessary for daily commuting.
How well-connected is Wettingen? Transport, schools, dining
Wettingen's connectivity shows mixed results. Transport access scores just 2.8, indicating limited public transit or road infrastructure relative to comparable communes. Education facilities fare somewhat better at 4.1, while dining and leisure options rank lowest at 3.1. By contrast, the commune excels in nature accessibility with 8.1 and air quality at 6.1. Located in the Zurich agglomeration near neighbors Neuenhof, Ennetbaden, and Würenlos, Wettingen appears better suited for nature lovers and those prioritizing environmental quality over urban convenience and dining variety.
What are the neighboring communes of Wettingen and how big is it?
Wettingen's nature score reaches 8.1, reflecting strong environmental quality in this Aargau commune. With nearly 20,000 residents, it is a substantial settlement within the Zurich agglomeration. The commune borders Neuenhof, Ennetbaden, and Würenlos. Meanwhile, its transportation infrastructure scores notably lower at 2.8, suggesting limited public transit connectivity despite proximity to the metropolitan region. Noise levels remain favorable at 7.9, while healthcare services score 7.4. This profile suits nature lovers and retirees seeking a quieter, green setting with manageable community size.
Is Wettingen a tax-friendly municipality?
Wettingen's tax attractiveness scores 5.1 out of 10, placing it in the moderate range rather than among Switzerland's most tax-friendly communes. The municipality's strongest dimensions are nature accessibility at 8.1 and noise levels at 7.9, reflecting a relatively quiet, green setting. By contrast, education infrastructure scores only 4.1, and restaurant variety reaches just 3.1. Meanwhile, transport connectivity registers as particularly weak at 2.8, which may limit appeal for commuters despite Wettingen's location in the Zurich agglomeration. The tax score suggests this commune suits nature lovers and those prioritizing environmental quality over fiscal incentives, though families should weigh education scores against other factors.

Neighboring communes of Wettingen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18.8 %20–64 years 61.3 %65 and over 19.9 %
Density
1,975 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+4.8 %
Vacant housing
0.5 %
New dwellings
4.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2.6 %
Tertiary employment
76.6 %

Land use

Built-up area 39.4 %Agricultural land 20.4 %Forest 38.1 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Aargau (AG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4639, 8.3403
BFS Number
4045
Last updated
29 June 2026

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