Quality of life in Neuheim (Zug) — scores, review and neighborhoods

6.5/ 10
Top 25% in SwitzerlandVery good
Population
1,984
Commune type
Village

Living in Neuheim, a commune of 1984 inhabitants in Canton Zug — with an overall score of 6.5/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Taxation (9.9/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (9.3/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
7.9
Air Quality
5.8
Public Transport
1.8
Education & Culture
6.2
Nightlife & Dining
5.0
Nature & Green Spaces
9.3
Healthcare
7.2
Taxation
9.9
Annual Sunshine
5.3
Cantonal average

Neuheim's national strengths

Per our methodology

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Nature
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For nature lovers looking to settle in Switzerland, Neuheim achieves a compatibility score of 7.1/10. Key strengths for this profile include Nature & Green Spaces and Noise. The Young Professional profile (5.8/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Neuheim excels in Taxation (9.9/10) — a favorable tax burden compared to the Swiss average, Nature & Green Spaces (9.3/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Noise (7.9/10) — a quiet environment, ideal for rest and focus.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Public Transport (1.8/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Schule NeuheimSchool
ChilemattSchool

Public Transport

SarbachBus Stop
TalBus Stop
Neuheim DorfBus Stop
FelderhusBus Stop
HinterburgBus Stop
Sihlbrugg DorfBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Arztpraxis Dr. med BürglerDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

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

Frequently asked questions about Neuheim

What's it like to live in Neuheim? Resident impressions and quality of life
Neuheim stands out for exceptional fiscal appeal, with a score of 9.9 in tax attractiveness, making it financially rewarding for residents. The commune also excels in nature access at 9.3, offering outdoor enthusiasts rich landscapes and green spaces. However, public transport connectivity is minimal at 1.0, requiring residents to rely on personal vehicles. Dining and cultural options are similarly sparse at 1.8, presenting a trade-off for those seeking urban amenities. Air quality scores 6.9, providing decent environmental conditions, while healthcare access rates 6.6. Education services lag at 3.2, and sunlight exposure is moderate at 5.3. With neighbors Menzingen, Baar, and Horgen nearby, residents can venture out for supplementary services. The overall character suits nature lovers and retirees drawn to fiscal benefits and natural surroundings, though young professionals may find its limited transport and dining options constraining.
How sunny and clean is the air in Neuheim?
Neuheim achieves a remarkable 9.3 out of 10 for nature access, reflecting its verdant Alpine setting. However, sunshine levels trail at 5.3, indicating moderate cloud cover typical of northern Switzerland. Air quality scores a solid 6.9, suggesting reasonably clean conditions, yet noise pollution reaches 7.9—relatively high for a rural commune. Meanwhile, the strong nature score underscores abundant forests and outdoor spaces. By contrast, limited public transport (1.0) and modest dining options (1.8) reveal fewer urban conveniences. The commune's exceptional fiscal rating of 9.9 and good healthcare access (6.6) offer practical advantages. Neuheim suits nature lovers and retirees seeking peaceful surroundings with manageable air quality, though those prioritizing sunshine should consider alternatives.
How well-connected is Neuheim? Transport, schools, dining
Neuheim's connectivity presents a stark contrast. The commune's fiscal rating stands at 9.9, reflecting strong financial appeal, yet its transport score of just 1 reveals severe accessibility challenges. Public transit connections are minimal, making car dependency unavoidable for residents. Education facilities score modestly at 3.2, indicating limited local schooling options. Meanwhile, dining and restaurant amenities are equally sparse at 1.8, so culinary variety requires traveling beyond the commune. The natural environment shines at 9.3, and air quality rates well at 6.9. Neuheim's isolation from broader infrastructure networks, despite neighbors like Menzingen, Baar, and Horgen nearby, makes it most suitable for nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility over urban convenience, rather than young professionals requiring robust services and connectivity.
What are the neighboring communes of Neuheim and how big is it?
Neuheim is a small commune in Zug canton with a population of 1,984 residents. Its three neighboring communes are Menzingen, Baar, and Horgen. The commune stands out with an exceptional fiscal score of 9.9, reflecting favorable tax conditions. By contrast, transportation connectivity is notably weak at 1.0, limiting convenient access to broader networks. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the outstanding environmental quality, with a nature score of 9.3, meanwhile air quality is moderate at 6.9. Education facilities score lower at 3.2, suggesting limited local options. This intimate, rural setting suits nature lovers and retirees seeking tranquility and fiscal advantages, though those requiring robust public transit should look elsewhere.
Is Neuheim a tax-friendly municipality?
Neuheim stands out as exceptionally tax-friendly, with a fiscal score of 9.9—among the highest available. This makes it highly attractive for those prioritizing tax efficiency. Meanwhile, the commune scores strongly on nature access at 9.3, offering excellent outdoor opportunities alongside financial advantages. By contrast, transportation infrastructure is limited, scoring just 1, which may challenge daily commuters despite proximity to the Zurich agglomeration. Education services are also modest at 3.2. Notably, air quality is decent at 6.9, and health services score 6.6. Neuheim's combination of outstanding fiscal benefits and natural surroundings makes it particularly suited for retirees and nature lovers seeking tax optimization in a quieter setting.

Neighboring communes of Neuheim

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 22.7 %20–64 years 61.2 %65 and over 16.1 %
Density
282 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+15.4 %
Vacant housing
0.3 %
New dwellings
8.5 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.1 %
Tertiary employment
60.6 %

Land use

Built-up area 14 %Agricultural land 66.8 %Forest 17.8 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zug (ZG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.2006, 8.5837
BFS Number
1705
Last updated
29 June 2026

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