Best cities to live in Greece (2026)
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
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❓ Living in Greece — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Greece?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Athens ranks #1 in Greece with a score of 74/100, and city-centre rent from around $737/month.
What is the safest city in Greece?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Athens is the safest city in Greece in our database, with a rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Greece?▾
Greece offers the Greece Digital Nomad Visa (moderate process). Duration: 1 year (extendable to 2). Key requirement: Income ≥ €3,500/mo. Work must be for foreign clients only. Must apply at consulate before arrival.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.
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