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

5.5/ 10
Average
Population
167
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Reisiswil, a commune of 167 inhabitants in Canton Bern — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
10.0
Air Quality
6.7
Public Transport
5.0
Education & Culture
3.6
Nightlife & Dining
4.8
Nature & Green Spaces
9.7
Healthcare
5.4
Taxation
1.1
Annual Sunshine
3.6
Cantonal average

Reisiswil's national strengths

#1 in Switzerland · Noise ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Fair
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Young Professional
Average
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Retirement
Average
mediantop
Family
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Reisiswil achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Reisiswil excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Nature & Green Spaces (9.7/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Air Quality (6.7/10) — clean air with low pollutant concentrations.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (1.1/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Annual Sunshine (3.6/10), Education & Culture (3.6/10) — limited educational and cultural infrastructure.

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Guides to read for this area

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

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Frequently asked questions about Reisiswil

What's it like to live in Reisiswil? Resident impressions and quality of life
Reisiswil stands out as a rural commune where natural surroundings define daily life. Environmental quality is notably strong, with noise levels at 10 and nature access at 9.7, creating peaceful conditions. Air quality scores 7.4, supporting outdoor living. However, the commune faces significant constraints: education, dining, public transport, and fiscal services score critically low at 1.4, 1.6, 0, and 1.1 respectively. Healthcare access is moderate at 5.2. Residents here prioritize tranquility and natural space over urban conveniences. The Bern agglomeration offers support for services unavailable locally. Explore the detailed scores on the map to understand how Reisiswil's strengths and limitations align with your priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Reisiswil?
Reisiswil's environmental profile is marked by strong natural advantages offset by limited sunshine. The commune scores weakly on solar exposure at 3.6, yet benefits from notably clean air with a score of 7.4. This air quality reflects the region's rural character within the Bern agglomeration. The commune's outstanding noise environment scores 10, underscoring its peaceful countryside setting. With neighbors including Melchnau, Gondiswil, and Auswil, Reisiswil offers a quiet, well-preserved natural landscape. Explore the detailed environmental metrics on the map to understand how these dimensions shape daily life in this small community.
How well-connected is Reisiswil? Transport, schools, dining
Reisiswil faces significant connectivity challenges across urban services. Public transport access scores 0, reflecting limited transit options in this rural Bernese commune. Education and dining amenities are equally sparse, with scores of 1.4 and 1.6 respectively. Yet the commune excels in environmental quality, with nature access rated 9.7 and noise levels exceptionally low at 10. Healthcare services are moderately available at 5.2. For residents prioritizing convenience and connectivity to shops, schools, and restaurants, Reisiswil demands careful consideration. Its appeal lies primarily for those valuing tranquility and natural surroundings over urban amenities. Explore the detailed map to compare conditions with neighboring communes like Melchnau, Gondiswil, and Auswil.
What are the neighboring communes of Reisiswil and how big is it?
Reisiswil is a small rural commune in Bern's agglomeration with just 167 residents, bordered by Melchnau, Gondiswil, and Auswil. Its most striking quality is exceptional environmental quietness, scoring 10 for noise levels, paired with outstanding natural surroundings at 9.7. However, the commune faces significant challenges in transport accessibility, scoring only 0, and minimal educational resources at 1.4. Air quality remains decent at 7.4. Explore the detailed profile on the map to understand how these dimensions shape daily life in this intimate village setting.
Is Reisiswil a tax-friendly municipality?
Reisiswil scores notably low on tax-friendliness, with a fiscal rating of 1.1 out of 10, indicating it is not a tax-favorable choice. The commune also struggles with education and dining infrastructure, scoring 1.4 and 1.6 respectively. However, Reisiswil excels in nature preservation with a 9.7 score, and offers excellent sound insulation at 10. Air quality is solid at 7.4. For those prioritizing tax efficiency, neighboring communes like Melchnau, Gondiswil, or Auswil may warrant comparison. Explore the full profile on the map to assess whether Reisiswil's environmental strengths offset its fiscal limitations for your needs.

Neighboring communes of Reisiswil

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.6 %20–64 years 59.2 %65 and over 17.2 %
Density
87 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-10.8 %
Vacant housing
3.2 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
63.2 %

Land use

Built-up area 5.6 %Agricultural land 63.5 %Forest 30.5 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1603, 7.8434
BFS Number
336
Last updated
17 July 2026

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

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