Places · Switzerland
Living in St. Gallen
Switzerland · temperate
St. Gallen is a small city of roughly 80,000 people near the mountains in Switzerland. The climate is temperate. It sits well off the usual tourist trail and is considered very safe. A typical month of living costs around $3,200. Healthcare is strong, and the internet is fast enough for full-time remote work. People come here for hiking, art and culture, quiet days.
At a glance
Who tends to love St. Gallen
- People who want comfort and do not mind paying for it
- Feeling safe day to day
- Working remotely with reliable internet
- Getting around on foot
- A genuinely good food scene
- Peace, quiet and few crowds
All parameters
➖ Popularity & prices: Steady
Accommodation prices have moved about +6% in the last 5 years.
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Good to know
- • It is an expensive place to live.
⚠️ The honest downsides
- •Nothing major on our radar, still, verify visas and healthcare for your case.
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