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Quality of life in Meikirch (Bern) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.7/ 10
Good
Population
2,431
Commune type
Village

Living in Meikirch, a commune of 2431 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.7/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) and Noise (9.3/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
9.3
Air Quality
5.9
Public Transport
2.6
Education & Culture
5.6
Nightlife & Dining
4.2
Nature & Green Spaces
9.5
Healthcare
6.7
Taxation
1.7
Annual Sunshine
5.9
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Nature
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Family
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Retirement
Good
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Young Professional
Good
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Meikirch achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.7/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Meikirch excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.5/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (9.3/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Healthcare (6.7/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.7/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Public Transport (2.6/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (4.2/10) — limited dining and nightlife options.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schule GassackerSchool

Public Transport

Meikirch, PostgässliBus Stop
Meikirch, KäsereiBus Stop
Meikirch, GassackerBus Stop
Meikirch, FeldBus Stop
GrächwilBus Stop
Ortschwaben, Aetzikofen AbzweigungBus Stop
Ortschwaben, Weissenstein AbzweigungBus Stop
Wahlendorf, WendeplatzBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Dr. med. Hanspeter WolfisbergDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

By lifestyle profile

Family
Where to Live in Bern as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in Bern as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in Bern in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in Bern Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Meikirch

What's it like to live in Meikirch? Resident impressions and quality of life
Meikirch impresses with an outstanding nature score of 9.5, offering residents exceptional access to green spaces and countryside. Noise pollution is equally exceptional at 9.3, creating a peaceful environment. However, transport connectivity scores just 1.5, making car dependency likely for most residents. Education facilities receive a modest 2.7, yet air quality remains solid at 7. The commune borders Wohlen bei Bern, Kirchlindach, and Schüpfen within the Bern agglomeration. Healthcare services score 6.2, though restaurant and fiscal options both lag at 1.7. Sunshine availability is moderate at 5.9. Living here means trading modern amenities and public services for remarkable natural tranquility and environmental quality—ideal for those prioritizing peace and nature over urban convenience.
How sunny and clean is the air in Meikirch?
Meikirch excels in environmental quality with a striking nature score of 9.5, reflecting its clean surroundings and green spaces. Air quality is respectable at 7, indicating relatively good atmospheric conditions. Noise levels are equally impressive at 9.3, creating a peaceful environment. However, sunshine exposure is moderate at 5.9, meaning residents experience fewer bright days compared to sunnier Swiss regions. The commune's main trade-off is between its exceptional quietness and natural environment versus limited sunlight availability, making it ideal for those prioritizing tranquility and fresh air over abundant daylight.
How well-connected is Meikirch? Transport, schools, dining
Meikirch's exceptional nature score of 9.5 highlights its rural character, yet this comes with significant connectivity challenges. The commune scores poorly on transport at 1.5, reflecting limited public transit infrastructure. Educational facilities are similarly constrained with a score of 2.7, and dining options score 1.7, suggesting minimal gastronomic amenities locally. Air quality remains respectable at 7.0, and healthcare access is adequate at 6.2, however these don't offset the broader accessibility gap. Residents in Meikirch, bordered by Wohlen bei Bern, Kirchlindach, and Schüpfen, essentially trade convenient urban services for proximity to natural surroundings and a quieter, more secluded environment.
What are the neighboring communes of Meikirch and how big is it?
Meikirch is a small commune in the Bern agglomeration with a population of 2,431 residents. It borders three neighboring communes: Wohlen bei Bern, Kirchlindach, and Schüpfen. Despite its modest size, the commune scores exceptionally well in environmental quality, with a nature score of 9.5 and noise levels of 9.3, indicating a peaceful setting. However, it faces challenges in transport accessibility, scoring only 1.5, and limited dining options with a score of 1.7. Education opportunities also register low at 2.7. The fundamental tradeoff is clear: Meikirch offers residents a quiet, nature-rich environment yet demands acceptance of limited services and transport connections typical of smaller rural communities.
Is Meikirch a tax-friendly municipality?
Meikirch scores 1.7 for tax friendliness, placing it among the least favorable municipalities for taxation. The commune excels in nature quality at 9.5 and noise levels at 9.3, offering a peaceful environment. However, its weak fiscal position reflects higher tax burdens compared to other Swiss municipalities. Air quality scores adequately at 7.0, yet education infrastructure lags at 2.7. Healthcare services reach 6.2, while transport accessibility remains minimal at 1.5. The core tradeoff is clear: Meikirch delivers exceptional environmental quality and tranquility, but prospective residents should expect elevated tax obligations relative to neighboring communes like Wohlen bei Bern and Kirchlindach.

Neighboring communes of Meikirch

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 18 %20–64 years 56.2 %65 and over 25.8 %
Density
242 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+5.5 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
1.2 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
0.9 %
Tertiary employment
64.3 %

Land use

Built-up area 9.3 %Agricultural land 64.4 %Forest 26.3 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.0031, 7.3693
BFS Number
307
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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