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Quality of life in Horn (Thurgau) — scores, review and neighborhoods

6.9/ 10
Top 5% in Switzerland#2 in the cantonExcellent
Population
2,968
Commune type
Village

Living in Horn, a commune of 2968 inhabitants in Canton Thurgau — with an overall score of 6.9/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Nightlife & Dining (9.7/10) and Education & Culture (9.6/10). Its score is above the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
5.9
Air Quality
5.3
Public Transport
4.6
Education & Culture
9.6
Nightlife & Dining
9.7
Nature & Green Spaces
7.5
Healthcare
9.6
Taxation
5.4
Annual Sunshine
4.2
Cantonal average

Horn's national strengths

Top 25 · Nightlife & Dining ↗Top 50 · Education & Culture ↗
Per our methodology ↗

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExceptionalTop 3% in Switzerland
mediantop
Family
ExcellentTop 10% in Switzerland
mediantop
Retirement
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Average
mediantop

For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Horn achieves a compatibility score of 6.9/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.2/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Horn excels in Nightlife & Dining (9.7/10) — a rich selection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment, Education & Culture (9.6/10) — excellent access to schools, libraries, and cultural venues, Healthcare (9.6/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (4.2/10), Public Transport (4.6/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Horner BibliothekLibrary
Kindergarten HimmelrichstrasseSchool
Primarschule HornSchool
Oberstufe FeldstrasseSchool
Oberstufe FeldstrasseSchool
Oberstufe FeldstrasseSchool
Oberstufe FeldstrasseSchool
Kindergarten BogenstrasseSchool

Public Transport

HornTrain Station
Horn BahnhofBus Stop
RütiwieseBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Seniorenzentrum HornHospital
MedbaseDoctor

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 St. Gallen as a Family
Young Professional
Where to Live in St. Gallen as a Young Professional
Retirement
Where to Live in St. Gallen in Retirement
Nature
Where to Live in St. Gallen Close to Nature
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Frequently asked questions about Horn

What's it like to live in Horn? Resident impressions and quality of life
Horn compares favorably to its neighbors Tübach, Steinach, and Goldach in several dimensions of daily life. The commune's weakest dimension is sunlight exposure at 4.2, which may influence outdoor activities. However, residents benefit from strong education services scoring 8.4, alongside solid healthcare at 8.1. Nature accessibility reaches 7.5, while air quality and dining options score 6.5 and 6.2 respectively. Transportation infrastructure at 3.1 presents a consideration for commuters. Overall, Horn offers a balanced quality of life with particular strengths in education and health services. Explore the detailed scores and neighborhood comparisons on the map to discover what matters most to you.
How sunny and clean is the air in Horn?
Compared to its neighbors Tübach, Steinach, and Goldach, Horn presents a mixed environmental profile. Air quality stands at 6.5, reflecting moderate conditions, while sunshine exposure is notably weaker at 4.2, suggesting limited annual daylight hours relative to regional standards. This lower solar exposure represents Horn's primary environmental challenge. The commune's air quality, however, remains reasonably balanced for the area. Additionally, residents benefit from strong education and healthcare dimensions scoring 8.4 and 8.1 respectively, which may offset environmental considerations for many households. Explore the detailed environmental metrics and other quality-of-life factors on the map to better understand how Horn aligns with your priorities.
How well-connected is Horn? Transport, schools, dining
Horn faces challenges in transport connectivity compared to its neighbors Tübach, Steinach, and Goldach, scoring only 3.1 on transport infrastructure. This represents the commune's weakest dimension. However, education stands out as a significant strength, with a score of 8.4, reflecting robust educational opportunities for residents. Additionally, healthcare services perform well at 8.1, supporting community wellbeing. Dining options score a moderate 6.2, offering reasonable variety for local culinary needs. Thus, while Horn's public transport infrastructure requires attention, its educational and healthcare provisions compensate substantially. Explore the detailed map to discover how these factors shape daily life in this St. Gallen agglomeration commune.
What are the neighboring communes of Horn and how big is it?
Horn, with a population of 2,968, sits within the St. Gallen agglomeration and is bordered by Tübach, Steinach, and Goldach. Compared to its neighbors, Horn demonstrates notable contrasts across quality dimensions. The commune's weakest performance appears in sunshine exposure at 4.2, limiting outdoor appeal during darker months. However, it excels in education with a score of 8.4, alongside strong health services at 8.1 and robust natural environments at 7.5. These dimensions reflect a community well-positioned for families and those prioritizing wellbeing. Explore the detailed neighborhood map to discover how Horn's specific strengths and characteristics compare with surrounding communes.
Is Horn a tax-friendly municipality?
Compared to its neighbors Tübach, Steinach, and Goldach, Horn presents a moderate tax profile. The municipality scores 5.4 on fiscal favorability, suggesting it falls in the middle range rather than offering exceptional tax advantages. This modest score reflects a balanced approach to local taxation. On the positive side, Horn demonstrates particular strength in education with a score of 8.4, and solid performance in health services at 8.1. Additionally, its nature dimension scores 7.5, indicating good access to outdoor spaces. Those considering Horn should explore the detailed tax comparison and broader municipal characteristics on the map to assess alignment with their priorities.

Neighboring communes of Horn

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 15.5 %20–64 years 61.9 %65 and over 22.5 %
Density
1,677 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+11.4 %
Vacant housing
2.2 %
New dwellings
0.0 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.1 %
Tertiary employment
73.7 %

Land use

Built-up area 53.1 %Agricultural land 37.7 %Forest 7.4 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Thurgau (TG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.4944, 9.4576
BFS Number
4421
Last updated
29 June 2026

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

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