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Compare European Countries by Cost of Living and Quality of Life

Compare 29 European countries side by side across cost of living, healthcare, safety, salaries, taxes and climate. Use the table to quickly shortlist countries, then open each guide for deeper details.

Country Region Purchasing Power ? Safety ? Healthcare ? English proficiency ? Taxation (%) ? Unemployment (%) ? Cost of Living ? Summer Temperature (°C) Winter Temperature (°C)
🇳🇴 Norway
Nordic Countries
70/100
88.2/100
82.1/100
90/100
36%
3.2%
69.0
16°C
-4°C
🇸🇪 Sweden
Nordic Countries
65/100
78.1/100
78.1/100
88/100
52%
5.1%
54.2
17°C
-2°C
🇩🇰 Denmark
Nordic Countries
62/100
78.1/100
78.1/100
90/100
55%
6.8%
66.9
17°C
2°C
🇫🇮 Finland
Nordic Countries
58/100
85.2/100
75.1/100
72/100
51%
7.2%
58.7
16°C
-8°C
🇩🇪 Germany
Central Europe
55/100
79.5/100
80.6/100
56/100
50%
5.6%
58.4
19°C
1°C
🇳🇱 Netherlands
Western Europe
60/100
76.5/100
82.1/100
90/100
48%
3.8%
60.5
17°C
3°C
🇨🇭 Switzerland
Western Europe
85/100
84.2/100
81.5/100
61/100
28%
2.8%
98.4
18°C
0°C
🇫🇷 France
Western Europe
52/100
67.9/100
80.1/100
53/100
56%
8.1%
58.0
20°C
5°C
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Western Europe
55/100
67.4/100
75.1/100
100/100
42%
4.5%
59.2
16°C
4°C
🇪🇸 Spain
Southern Europe
45/100
68.2/100
78.1/100
44/100
47%
12.5%
43.5
25°C
8°C
🇮🇹 Italy
Southern Europe
42/100
64.8/100
76.1/100
41/100
48%
9.8%
51.0
24°C
6°C
🇵🇱 Poland
Eastern Europe
32/100
75.2/100
68.1/100
62/100
32%
3.2%
38.9
19°C
-2°C

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Does this comparison include healthcare, salaries and safety?

Yes. The table includes healthcare, safety, purchasing power, taxation, unemployment and climate metrics.

What is the cheapest country to live in Europe?

There is no single cheapest country for everyone. Countries such as Bulgaria and Romania often rank as more affordable, but housing and taxes can change the outcome.

Which countries are usually the most expensive in Europe?

Countries such as Switzerland, Norway and Iceland are often among the most expensive, largely due to housing and consumer prices.

Is the data updated for 2026?

Yes. The dataset and page metadata are updated for 2026. Check Statistics and guides for country-specific details.

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