Quality of life in Eich (Lucerne) — scores, review and neighborhoods

5.5/ 10
Fair
Population
1,673
Commune type
Village

Living in Eich, a commune of 1673 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne — with an overall score of 5.5/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nature & Green Spaces (9.2/10) and Noise (7.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
7.6
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
1.7
Education & Culture
5.2
Nightlife & Dining
3.5
Nature & Green Spaces
9.2
Healthcare
7.1
Taxation
5.6
Annual Sunshine
4.5
Cantonal average

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
Good
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Retirement
Fair
mediantop
Family
Fair
mediantop
Nature
Average
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Eich achieves a compatibility score of 6.4/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (4.6/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Eich excels in Nature & Green Spaces (9.2/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (7.6/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Healthcare (7.1/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1.7/10) — limited public transport connections, Nightlife & Dining (3.5/10) — limited dining and nightlife options, Annual Sunshine (4.5/10).

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

Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schule EichSchool

Public Transport

Eich DorfBus Stop
SeemattBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

BotenhofpraxisDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Frequently asked questions about Eich

What's it like to live in Eich? Resident impressions and quality of life
Eich excels in natural surroundings, with a nature score of 9.2, offering residents exceptional access to green spaces and outdoor activities. However, public transport connectivity is notably limited, scoring just 0.9, which may challenge those without personal vehicles. The commune provides moderate air quality at 6.7 and healthcare access at 6.5, supporting daily wellbeing. Educational opportunities remain underdeveloped at 2.8, potentially requiring families to look elsewhere for schooling options. Noise levels are well-managed at 7.6, fostering a peaceful residential environment. Additionally, dining and restaurant options are sparse at 1.1. Neighboring communes Sempach, Schenkon, and Beromünster offer alternative amenities. The core tradeoff in Eich is clear: residents gain a nature-rich, quiet setting with moderate services, but sacrifice convenient public transport and diverse local dining and education facilities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Eich?
Eich boasts exceptional environmental quality, with a remarkable nature score of 9.2 reflecting its pristine surroundings. Air quality is solid at 6.7, supporting a healthy living environment. However, sunshine exposure is moderate at 4.5, suggesting cloudier conditions than some Swiss locations. Noise levels are impressively low at 7.6, contributing to the commune's overall appeal. The trade-off here is between Eich's outstanding natural environment and noise control versus its more limited sunlight exposure—a typical pattern for communes in the Lucerne region positioned near neighbors like Sempach, Schenkon, and Beromünster.
How well-connected is Eich? Transport, schools, dining
Eich excels in environmental quality, with a remarkable nature score of 9.2, though connectivity remains a significant challenge. The commune's transport infrastructure scores just 0.9, indicating limited public transit and road accessibility. Educational facilities are similarly underdeveloped with a score of 2.8, suggesting sparse schooling options within the area. Furthermore, dining establishments are minimal, scoring only 1.1. The commune does offer moderate air quality at 6.7 and healthcare accessibility at 6.5, providing some community support. Located in the Lucerne agglomeration alongside neighbors Sempach, Schenkon, and Beromünster, Eich appears oriented toward rural living and nature access rather than urban convenience, presenting a tradeoff between environmental appeal and practical connectivity needs.
What are the neighboring communes of Eich and how big is it?
Eich is a small commune in Lucerne with a population of 1,673 residents. It borders three neighboring communes: Sempach, Schenkon, and Beromünster. The commune's most impressive environmental strength is its nature score of 9.2, reflecting excellent access to green spaces and natural landscapes. However, this rural character comes with notable limitations in transportation infrastructure, scoring just 0.9, making car dependency likely. Air quality remains solid at 6.7, yet educational facilities score modestly at 2.8. Eich exemplifies the classic tradeoff between pristine natural surroundings and limited public services and mobility options typical of smaller Alpine communes.
Is Eich a tax-friendly municipality?
Eich scores 5.6 on fiscal friendliness, placing it in a moderate middle ground for tax considerations. The commune demonstrates notable strengths in environmental quality, with an exceptional 9.2 nature score and 7.6 noise levels, suggesting a peaceful rural setting. However, its fiscal rating indicates neither particularly advantageous nor disadvantageous tax conditions compared to regional peers. Transportation connectivity remains limited at 0.9, which may offset some cost-of-living benefits. Air quality scores reasonably at 6.7, supporting general living standards. Thus, prospective residents should weigh Eich's moderate tax position against its strong environmental appeal and modest infrastructure accessibility—a typical tradeoff between fiscal efficiency and rural tranquility.

Neighboring communes of Eich

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 17.1 %20–64 years 63.6 %65 and over 19.4 %
Density
274 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
-2.2 %
Vacant housing
1.3 %
New dwellings
4.9 per 1,000 inhab.
Tertiary employment
66.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 16.6 %Agricultural land 63.6 %Forest 19.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1616, 8.1717
BFS Number
1084
Last updated
29 June 2026

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