Living in Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany

Germany's second-largest city and biggest port. Strong media, logistics, and aviation industries. Maritime flair with the Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, and St. Pauli.

Port city cultureMedia & logistics hubHafenCityGreen spaces

Key Facts

Expat Score

82/100

Overall suitability

Cost of Living

🟠 High

Avg. Rent (1BR)

€1,200/mo

City center

Population

1.9M

Transit Score

85/100

Public transport quality

Safety Score

78/100

Relative safety index

Internet Speed

130 Mbps

Average download

Languages

German, English

Commonly spoken

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