Living in Rorschach, a commune of 8898 inhabitants in Canton St. Gallen — with an overall score of 6.9/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Noise (10/10) and Education & Culture (10/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.
For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Rorschach achieves a compatibility score of 7/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.1/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.
Strengths: Rorschach excels in Noise (10/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus, Education & Culture (10/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Nightlife & Dining (10/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment.
Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Air Quality (3.2/10) — degraded air quality from traffic emissions, Taxation (3.7/10) — a higher tax burden than average, Annual Sunshine (3.9/10).
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Four guides by lifestyle profile and three analyses of this area's strongest criteria.
Considering buying property in Rorschach or moving to Canton St. Gallen? Our interactive map lets you explore quality of life at the neighborhood level and compare with nearby communes.
Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021
Data: FSO, geo.admin.ch, OSM — Scores normalised 0-10