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

6.7/ 10
Top 10% in SwitzerlandExcellent
Population
9,853
Commune type
Town

Living in Risch, a commune of 9853 inhabitants in Canton Zug — with an overall score of 6.7/10, this commune is attractive for quality of life in Switzerland. It stands out for Taxation (10/10) and Nature & Green Spaces (8.6/10). Its score is in line with the cantonal average.

Scorecard

Noise
6.8
Air Quality
5.1
Public Transport
4.3
Education & Culture
7.5
Nightlife & Dining
6.7
Nature & Green Spaces
8.6
Healthcare
7.8
Taxation
10.0
Annual Sunshine
3.5
Cantonal average

Risch's national strengths

Per our methodology

Recommended Profiles

Young Professional
ExcellentTop 5% in Switzerland
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Retirement
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
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Family
Very goodTop 25% in Switzerland
mediantop
Nature
Fair
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For families looking to settle in Switzerland, Risch achieves a compatibility score of 6.8/10. Key strengths for this profile include Education & Culture and Noise. The Nature profile (6.5/10) would find better alternatives in neighboring communes.

Strengths: Risch excels in Taxation (10/10) — a favorable tax burden compared to the Swiss average, Nature & Green Spaces (8.6/10) — a green environment with many accessible green spaces, Healthcare (7.8/10) — excellent access to doctors, clinics, and hospitals.

Areas to consider: Lower scores are noted for Annual Sunshine (3.5/10), Public Transport (4.3/10) — limited public transport connections.

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Key Infrastructure

Education & Culture

Hochschule Luzern - Bibliothek Informatik und WirtschaftLibrary
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek RotkreuzLibrary
DorfmattsaalCinema / Theatre
Swiss International School Rotkreuz-ZugSchool
Primarschule RischSchool
Swiss Internation SchoolSchool
Oberstufe WaldeggSchool
Schulhaus 3School

Public Transport

RotkreuzTrain Station
SchmidhofBus Stop
NeuhofstrasseBus Stop
RütiBus Stop
IbikonBus Stop
StotzenackerBus Stop
Risch DorfBus Stop
Holzhäusern KreiselBus Stop

Healthcare Facilities

Radiologie und Neuroradiologie Institut RotkreuzMedical Centre
Praxis SuurstoffiDoctor
Arkaden-ApothekeDoctor
Zahnärzte RotkreuzDoctor
Drogerie SchilligerDoctor

Guides to read for this area

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

Considering buying property in Risch 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 Risch

What's it like to live in Risch? Resident impressions and quality of life
Risch offers exceptional fiscal conditions with a score of 10, making it highly attractive for residents concerned with tax efficiency. However, the commune's weakest dimension is public transport at 2.8, which may challenge those without personal vehicles. The strongest environmental asset is nature access, scoring 8.6, complemented by solid air quality at 6.3 and noise levels at 6.8. Healthcare services score 6.7, supporting resident wellbeing. Located in the Lucerne agglomeration and bordered by Meierskappel, Gisikon, and Dietwil, Risch presents a clear tradeoff: outstanding fiscal advantages and natural surroundings are offset by limited public transportation infrastructure, making it best suited for car-dependent residents prioritizing financial benefits and environmental quality.
How sunny and clean is the air in Risch?
Risch demonstrates remarkable fiscal advantages with a 10.0 tax score, though sunshine remains limited at 3.5. Air quality presents a moderate picture with a 6.3 score, indicating acceptable conditions but not exceptional cleanliness. The commune's strongest environmental dimension is nature, scoring 8.6, complemented by solid noise levels at 6.8. Thus, while Risch offers favorable air quality relative to many regions, its relatively low sunshine hours represent a notable limitation. For those prioritizing both clean air and abundant daylight, the trade-off here leans toward modest solar exposure despite respectable atmospheric conditions.
How well-connected is Risch? Transport, schools, dining
Risch's connectivity reveals a mixed picture centered on limited public transport access. With a transport score of just 2.8, the commune presents a significant weakness in this dimension. Education and dining fare somewhat better, scoring 4.8 and 3.3 respectively, though both remain moderate. The commune's strongest asset is its natural environment, which scores 8.6, alongside exceptional fiscal conditions at 10. Located within the Lucerne agglomeration and bordered by Meierskappel, Gisikon, and Dietwil, Risch appears to prioritize natural amenities over urban convenience. For residents, this suggests a tradeoff: those seeking strong schools or dining variety may need to look elsewhere, while those valuing green spaces and favorable tax rates will find appeal here.
What are the neighboring communes of Risch and how big is it?
Risch neighbors Meierskappel, Gisikon, and Dietwil in the Zug canton. With a population of 9,853 residents, it is a moderately sized commune integrated into the Lucerne agglomeration. The municipality demonstrates notable strengths in fiscal policy with a score of 10, alongside robust environmental quality reflected in a nature score of 8.6 and air quality of 6.3. However, public transport connectivity remains a notable weakness at 2.8, alongside limited restaurant and entertainment options at 3.3. This reflects a typical suburban profile: Risch offers fiscal advantages and natural surroundings, yet residents requiring extensive transit access or diverse dining amenities may find these dimensions constraining.
Is Risch a tax-friendly municipality?
Risch stands out as exceptionally tax-friendly, with a fiscal score of 10 — the highest possible rating. This reflects highly competitive taxation policies that appeal to residents and businesses alike. However, the commune shows notable weakness in transport accessibility, scoring just 2.8, which may limit commuting convenience for some residents. Education services score 4.8, indicating moderate provision. Offsetting these constraints, Risch excels in nature access with 8.6 and noise management at 6.8, creating a quieter, greener environment. Thus, Risch's main tradeoff is clear: exceptional tax advantages come paired with limited public transport infrastructure, making it ideal for those prioritizing fiscal benefits over urban connectivity.

Neighboring communes of Risch

Demographic profile

Age structure

0–19 years 20.5 %20–64 years 66.5 %65 and over 13 %
Density
740 inhab./km²
Change over 10 yrs
+21.0 %
Vacant housing
0.4 %
New dwellings
12.6 per 1,000 inhab.
Social assistance
1.7 %
Tertiary employment
60.1 %

Land use

Built-up area 28.9 %Agricultural land 54.6 %Forest 14.6 %

Source: FSO — Regional portraits of municipalities, 2021

Information

Canton
Zug (ZG)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Coordinates
47.1419, 8.4386
BFS Number
1707
Last updated
29 June 2026

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