Quality of life in Schönenwerd (Solothurn): scores, review and neighborhoods

6.1/ 10
Good
Population
4,690
Commune type
Village

Living in Schönenwerd, a commune of 4690 inhabitants in Canton Solothurn. With an overall score of 6.1/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Education & Culture (9.2/10) and Nightlife & Dining (8.8/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
8.3
Air Quality
3.5
Public Transport
4.9
Education & Culture
9.2
Nightlife & Dining
8.8
Nature & Green Spaces
6.5
Healthcare
8.6
Taxation
2.1
Annual Sunshine
3.3
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.

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Young Professional
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Family
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Retirement
Fair
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Nature
Average
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Schönenwerd achieves a compatibility score of 6.3/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (5.7/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Schönenwerd excels in Education & Culture (9.2/10, excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues), Nightlife & Dining (8.8/10, a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment), Healthcare (8.6/10, excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals).

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Taxation (2.1/10, a higher tax burden than average), Annual Sunshine (3.3/10), Air Quality (3.5/10, degraded air quality from traffic emissions).

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Gugelmann MuseumMuseum
Bally-SchuhmuseumMuseum
HubelackerSchool
Sääli SchulhausSchool
Schulhaus 1888School
BühlSchool

Public Transport

SchönenwerdTrain Station
LochmattBus Stop
SchachenstrasseBus Stop
Schenker StorenBus Stop
BaumstrasseBus Stop
TannheimBus Stop
Schönenwerd ZentrumBus Stop
Schönenwerd BahnhofBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Apotheke im GärtnerhausDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

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

Frequently asked questions about Schönenwerd

What's it like to live in Schönenwerd? Resident impressions and quality of life
With an air quality score of just 3.5, Schönenwerd stands out for its notably clean atmosphere, while nature access reaches 6.5. It is worth noting that education scores a strong 9.2, and healthcare follows at 8.6, suggesting solid public foundations. On the other hand, fiscal pressure is high, with a taxation score of only 2.1, and transport sits at a modest 4.9. Dining options rate well at 8.8, yet sunshine is limited at 3.3, and noise registers at 8.3. Neighboring Eppenberg-Wöschnau, Niedergösgen, and Gretzenbach round out the local area. Worth flagging is the balance between excellent schooling and weak fiscal appeal. Explore the full score breakdown on the map to see how these factors align with your priorities.
How sunny and clean is the air in Schönenwerd?
Schönenwerd's most striking score is its air quality, which sits at just 3.5, suggesting relatively high pollution levels for a commune of 4,690 residents. Sunshine is similarly modest at 3.3, so bright days are less frequent here than in many Swiss locations. On the positive side, noise exposure scores a favourable 8.3, indicating a quieter environment than the air figures might imply. Nature access reaches 6.5, offering some balance to the weaker environmental readings. It is worth noting that these environmental scores contrast sharply with the commune's education score of 9.2 and restaurant score of 8.8. Worth flagging that fiscal attractiveness is low at 2.1. Explore the full score breakdown on the map for more detail.
How well-connected is Schönenwerd? Transport, schools, dining
With an education score of 9.2, Schönenwerd stands out for schooling within its 4,690 residents. Air quality is a clear weakness at just 3.5, while dining scores a solid 8.8. Transport sits at a moderate 4.9, and nature reaches 6.5. It is worth noting the low fiscalite score of 2.1, which contrasts with the strong health score of 8.6. Neighbors such as Eppenberg-Wöschnau, Niedergösgen, and Gretzenbach sit nearby, though the commune's own noise level of 8.3 is notably high. Worth flagging is the modest sunshine score of 3.3. Explore the full score details for Schönenwerd on the map to see how these figures compare.
What are the neighboring communes of Schönenwerd and how big is it?
With a population of 4,690, Schönenwerd is a small commune where noise levels stand out at a score of 8.3, while air quality is notably weaker at 3.5. It is worth noting that education scores strongly at 9.2, and dining options also rate well at 8.8. Nature access sits at a moderate 6.5, though transport connectivity is more limited at 4.9. The commune borders three neighbors: Eppenberg-Wöschnau, Niedergösgen, and Gretzenbach. Worth flagging, fiscal attractiveness is low at 2.1 and sunshine is modest at 3.3. Explore the map for more details on how these scores compare.
Is Schönenwerd a tax-friendly municipality?
With a fiscal score of only 2.1, Schönenwerd ranks poorly on tax attractiveness. Air quality is strong at 3.5, and nature access reaches 6.5, both notable for a commune of 4,690 residents. Transport sits at a modest 4.9, while dining options score 8.8, suggesting a lively local food scene. Education is a clear highlight at 9.2, and healthcare follows closely at 8.6. It is worth noting that noise levels are high at 8.3, and sunshine is limited at 3.3. Neighboring communes include Eppenberg-Wöschnau, Niedergösgen, and Gretzenbach. Worth flagging: the low fiscal score means residents should expect a heavier tax burden than in many Swiss municipalities. Explore the full score details on the map to see how these factors interact.

Neighboring communes of Schönenwerd

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 19.7 %20–64 years 61 %65 and over 19.3 %
Density
1,339 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+5.6 %
Vacant housing
6.7 %
New dwellings
3.1 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
5.7 %
Tertiary employment
68.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 41.2 %Agricultural land 10.2 %Forest 42.8 %

Source: FSO, Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Solothurn (SO)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.3722, 8.0106
BFS Number
2583
Last updated
7 October 2026

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