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Quality of life in Rumendingen (Bern): scores, review and neighborhoods

4.6/ 10
Average
Population
82
Commune type
Hamlet

Living in Rumendingen, a commune of 82 inhabitants in Canton Bern. With an overall score of 4.6/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10) and Noise (8.7/10). Its score is below the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.7
Air Quality
5.2
Public Transport
0.2
Education & Culture
4.1
Nightlife & Dining
1.4
Nature & Green Spaces
9.6
Healthcare
5.6
Taxation
2.8
Annual Sunshine
3.9
Cantonal average

These scores summarise the living environment where residents actually live, not across the whole municipal territory. The map, by contrast, colours the territory: a highly rated commune can still show large, often uninhabited areas with weaker values.

Recommended Profiles

Nature
Fair
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Family
Average
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Retirement
Average
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Young Professional
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Rumendingen achieves a compatibility score of 6.2/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (3.3/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Rumendingen excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.6/10, a green environment with many accessible green spaces), Noise (8.7/10, a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (0.2/10, limited public transport connections), Nightlife & Dining (1.4/10, limited dining and nightlife options), Taxation (2.8/10, a higher tax burden than average).

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

Frequently asked questions about Rumendingen

What's it like to live in Rumendingen? Resident impressions and quality of life
Rumendingen scores 9.6 for nature, its strongest dimension, so green surroundings are clearly the defining feature of this small Bern commune of 82 residents. Transport access is the weakest at just 0.2, meaning car dependence is likely. Noise sits at 8.7, a favorable result, while air quality is a moderate 5.2. Healthcare reaches 5.6, education 4.1, and sunshine 3.9. Notably, restaurants score only 1.4 and fiscal attractiveness 2.8, so everyday amenities and tax appeal are limited. Neighboring Alchenstorf, Ersigen, and Kirchberg (BE) may cover some practical needs. Meanwhile, the quiet rural character comes at the cost of connectivity. Explore the map for the full picture.
How sunny and clean is the air in Rumendingen?
Rumendingen's most striking score is its nature value of 9.6, yet sunshine sits at only 3.9 and air quality at 5.2. Transport is the weakest dimension at just 0.2, while restaurants reach 1.4 and fiscal attractiveness 2.8. By contrast, education scores 4.1 and healthcare 5.6, both moderate. Noise, meanwhile, is a relative strength at 8.7, suggesting a quiet setting despite the modest air figure. Neighboring communes include Alchenstorf, Ersigen and Kirchberg (BE). Explore the map for the full picture.
How well-connected is Rumendingen? Transport, schools, dining
Rumendingen's transport score is just 0.2, the weakest of its measured dimensions, so car-free travel options are minimal. By contrast, nature reaches 9.6, giving residents quiet green surroundings. Dining is also sparse, with a resto score of 1.4, and education sits at 4.1, meaning families likely commute for schooling. Meanwhile, noise is low at 8.7, air quality is moderate at 5.2, and healthcare scores 5.6. Notably, the commune borders Alchenstorf, Ersigen, and Kirchberg (BE), which may offer nearby amenities. Explore the map for full details.
What are the neighboring communes of Rumendingen and how big is it?
Rumendingen, with a population of just 82, records its weakest score in transport at 0.2, while its strongest is nature at 9.6. The commune is bordered by Alchenstorf, Ersigen, and Kirchberg (BE), three neighboring communes in the Bern canton. Meanwhile, noise sits at 8.7, a relatively high value, and air quality reaches 5.2. By contrast, health scores 5.6, education 4.1, and sunshine 3.9. Notably, fiscalite stands at 2.8 and restaurant availability at 1.4. These figures sketch a small, quiet settlement within the Bern agglomeration. Explore the map for more details.
Is Rumendingen a tax-friendly municipality?
Rumendingen's fiscal framework is modest, with a taxation score of 2.8, the second-lowest figure among its rated dimensions. By contrast, the commune's nature score reaches 9.6, reflecting abundant green surroundings. Transport access is far weaker at 0.2, and restaurant options sit at 1.4, so everyday convenience is limited. Education scores 4.1, sunshine 3.9, and air quality 5.2, while healthcare and noise register 5.6 and 8.7 respectively. Meanwhile, the low fiscal score suggests residents should not expect notable tax advantages compared with other Bern communes. Neighboring Alchenstorf, Ersigen, and Kirchberg (BE) may offer different fiscal profiles worth comparing. Explore the full score breakdown on the map to judge how taxation fits your priorities.

Neighboring communes of Rumendingen

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 25.3 %20–64 years 54.4 %65 and over 20.3 %
Density
32 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
0.0 %
Vacant housing
7.0 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
70.8 %

Land use

Built-up area 8.5 %Agricultural land 59.7 %Forest 30.2 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Bern (BE)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1046, 7.6420
BFS Number
421
Last updated
7 October 2026

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

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