Ljubljana
Europe·Slovenia

Ljubljana

Europe's greenest capital is a compact, bike-friendly gem between the Alps and the Mediterranean with exceptional safety.

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Relocy Score73/100
Now
+11°
AQI
88
Moderate
Monthly cost
€1,200
Comfortable single life · avg LocaYo range
1BR apartment (center)€650/month
Internet
65Mbps
Population
296k
295,504
Feels like
+11°C
Safety
9.0/10

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How {city} performs across the five axes that matter for relocation

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🌟Quality of Life76/100
🏡Ease of Settling75/100
💼Work Opportunities66/100
💰Personal Finance75/100
🎯Expat Essentials75/100

What locals and expats say

Pros
  • Very safe — top-tier security · Safety 9.0/10
  • Reliable internet across the city · 65 Mbps avg
Cons
  • No significant downsides detected in our scoring model.

Cost breakdown

1BR apartment (center)€650/month
Groceries€230/month
Transport pass€35/month
Restaurant meal€15
Cappuccino€2
Beer at bar€3
Gym membership€30/month

Weather

Avg. temperature0°C — 22°C
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Jan
2°
Feb
7°
Mar
11°
Apr
16°
May
20°
Jun
22°
Jul
21°
Aug
17°
Sep
12°
Oct
6°
Nov
1°
Dec
Rainy days811 days/mo
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Local tips

Metelkova is the alternative culture district — former military barracks turned art and nightlife hub

Trnovo is the greenest residential area with a lovely Saturday farmers market

Rent a bike from BicikeLJ (city bike system) — the whole city is flat and bikeable

Neighborhoods

Live rent data per district coming with LocaYo integration — starts May 1.

Practical facts

Power
230V · Type C/F
Tipping
10%
Tap water
Safe to drink
Best taxi app
Bolt
Payments
Cards widely accepted
Tourist visa
90 days
Emergency
112

Frequently asked questions about Ljubljana

Is Ljubljana safe for expats and digital nomads?

Ljubljana scores 9.0/10 for safety — considered very safe by international standards. The biggest watch-outs are petty theft in tourist areas and late-night transit hubs.

How much does it cost to live in Ljubljana?

Single expat budget: ~€1200 / month comfortable, including €650 rent for a 1-bedroom in the centre. Average local salary is €2000/month — salary-to-cost ratio 1.67×.

What is the climate and air quality in Ljubljana?

Current month avg temp ~11°C. Estimated AQI ~88 (moderate). Four distinct seasons with cold winters.

Which neighborhoods are best in Ljubljana?

Popular picks: Center, Metelkova, Trnovo, Šiška. Center tends to be the creative/walkable hub, while Trnovo offers better value for families or long stays. Live rent data per district coming with LocaYo integration.

How good is internet & remote-work infrastructure in Ljubljana?

Average speed 65 Mbps (7.5/10). Good in centre, patchier in outskirts.

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