Quality of life in Nebikon (Lucerne): scores, review and neighborhoods

5.8/ 10
Fair
Population
2,327
Commune type
Village

Living in Nebikon, a commune of 2327 inhabitants in Canton Lucerne. With an overall score of 5.8/10, this commune is average for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (8.4/10) and Nightlife & Dining (7.4/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.4
Air Quality
4.2
Public Transport
3.3
Education & Culture
7.1
Nightlife & Dining
7.4
Nature & Green Spaces
7.4
Healthcare
5.3
Taxation
4.5
Annual Sunshine
4.2
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

Young Professional
Good
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Family
Fair
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Retirement
Average
mediantop
Nature
Average
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Nebikon achieves a compatibility score of 5.9/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.5/10) is the weakest of the four, while still sitting above the Swiss median.

Strengths: Nebikon excels in Noise (8.4/10, a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus), Nightlife & Dining (7.4/10, a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment), Nature & Green Spaces (7.4/10, a green environment with many accessible green spaces).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (3.3/10, limited public transport connections), Annual Sunshine (4.2/10), Air Quality (4.2/10, degraded air quality from traffic emissions).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek NebikonLibrary

Public Transport

NebikonTrain Station
Nebikon Bahnhof WestBus Stop
Nebikon Bahnhof OstBus Stop
Nebikon KäsereiBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Praxis Dr. Benyes MariaDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

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

Frequently asked questions about Nebikon

What's it like to live in Nebikon? Resident impressions and quality of life
Living in Nebikon means accepting a pronounced tradeoff between noise exposure and everyday convenience. Noise is the weakest dimension here, at just 8.4, while air quality and sunshine both sit at 4.2, and transport reaches only 3.3. It is worth noting that education scores 7.1, restaurants 7.4, and nature also 7.4, so daily amenities and green space are comparatively solid. Healthcare lands at 5.3, fiscal pressure at 4.5, and the commune borders Egolzwil, Altishofen, and Schötz. The main tradeoff is clear: Nebikon offers decent local services and nature access, but residents absorb high noise levels alongside limited transport options and modest air and sunshine scores.
How sunny and clean is the air in Nebikon?
Nebikon stands out for its quiet setting, with a noise score of 8.4, the highest among its indicators. Air quality, however, is a weaker point at just 4.2, matching its sunshine score of 4.2, so clean air and bright days are not this commune's strongest suits. Transport sits lower still at 3.3, while fiscal attractiveness reaches 4.5. It is worth noting that healthcare scores 5.3 and education 7.1, both stronger than the environmental measures. Nature and restaurants each reach 7.4, showing where Nebikon performs better. The main tradeoff is clear: exceptional calm and good local amenities come alongside modest air quality and limited sunshine, so those prioritizing bright, clean skies may find conditions average here.
How well-connected is Nebikon? Transport, schools, dining
Nebikon stands out for its strong transport links within the Lucerne agglomeration, scoring 3.3 on transport, the lowest value in its profile and therefore the strongest result. Dining and nature both reach 7.4, while education follows at 7.1. It is worth noting the weaker side: air quality and sunshine each sit at 4.2, fiscal attractiveness at 4.5, and healthcare at 5.3. Noise is the weakest dimension at 8.4, where higher values indicate greater exposure. Neighboring communes include Egolzwil, Altishofen, and Schötz. The main tradeoff is clear: excellent transport, dining, and schooling come alongside weaker air, sunshine, healthcare, and fiscal scores.
What are the neighboring communes of Nebikon and how big is it?
Nebikon, in the canton of Lucerne, is a commune of 2,327 residents within the Lucerne agglomeration. It borders three neighboring communes: Egolzwil, Altishofen, and Schötz. On the quieter side, transport scores just 3.3 and air quality 4.2, while sunshine also sits at 4.2, pointing to limited mobility options and modest light exposure. Worth noting, fiscal attractiveness is 4.5 and healthcare 5.3, both below average. Education reaches 7.1, and both restaurants and nature score 7.4, showing solid local amenities and green surroundings. Noise stands out at 8.4, the highest dimension. The main tradeoff is between strong nature and dining plus good schools against weak transport, air, and fiscal scores.
Is Nebikon a tax-friendly municipality?
Nebikon is not a tax-friendly municipality, with a fiscalite score of just 4.5. That relatively low mark sits alongside a transport score of 3.3 and an air quality score of 4.2, both of which also rank among the weaker dimensions for this Lucerne commune of 2,327 residents. It is worth noting that the picture improves considerably elsewhere: education reaches 7.1, while both restaurants and nature sit at 7.4. Noise performs best of all at 8.4, suggesting a quieter residential character. The main tradeoff is therefore clear: Nebikon offers strong environmental and amenity scores but a comparatively unfavourable tax position, so households weighing fiscal advantages should look carefully at the numbers before deciding.

Neighboring communes of Nebikon

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 23.2 %20–64 years 62.9 %65 and over 13.9 %
Density
723 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+15.9 %
Vacant housing
2.0 %
New dwellings
8.7 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
2 %
Tertiary employment
57.8 %

Land use

Built-up area 23.9 %Agricultural land 35.4 %Forest 39.7 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Lucerne (LU)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1909, 7.9777
BFS Number
1137
Last updated
7 October 2026

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