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Best Cities in Switzerland to Live In 2026
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
❓ Living in Switzerland — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Switzerland?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Zurich ranks #1 in Switzerland with a score of 76/100, and city-centre rent from around $2500/month.
What is the safest city in Switzerland?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Zurich is the safest city in Switzerland in our database, with a rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Switzerland?▾
Switzerland offers the Switzerland Work Permit (L/B) (complex process). Duration: 1 year (B permit) or renewable. Key requirement: Non-EU nationals need employer sponsorship. EU/EFTA citizens can self-arrange. Switzerland is beautiful, process is not.. The process is complex. Check individual city pages for full details.