Living in Bern, a commune of 141219 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 6.7/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Healthcare (9.4/10) and Education & Culture (8.7/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.
For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Bern achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.4/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.
Strengths: Bern excels in Healthcare (9.4/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, Education & Culture (8.7/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nightlife & Dining (8/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment.
Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.7/10) — a higher tax burden than average.
VivaMap goes well below commune level: in Bern, scores are available per neighbourhood (H3 hexagons of ~0.1 km²) and even per rooftop. Within-commune contrasts are often as sharp as the differences between neighbouring communes.
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Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.
Considering buying property in Bern or moving to Canton Bern? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.
Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021
Data: FSO, geo.admin.ch, OSM — Scores normalised 0-10