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Vancouver
Canada ยท North America
$2,900/mo ยท Pop. 0.7M
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Mountains meet ocean. One of the world's most livable cities with sky-high housing.
Full Score Breakdown
Detailed scores across 12 categories and 200+ factors for Vancouver. Each line is one factor (0โ100).
Economic Factors
65/100Employment & Income72
- Job Market Strength62
- Salary Levels65
- Freelance/Remote Work Market78
- Entrepreneurship Environment82
Cost Factors51
- Housing Costs22
- Daily Living Costs45
- Transportation Costs70
- Entertainment Costs50
- Healthcare Costs55
- Education Costs65
Economic Environment75
- Tax Rates45
- Business Regulations75
- Economic Stability80
- Currency Stability85
- Banking System90
Quality of Life
77/100Healthcare71
- Healthcare Quality78
- Healthcare Accessibility52
- Healthcare Affordability68
- English-Speaking Medical Staff95
- Mental Health Services65
- Dental Care70
Education82
- School Quality80
- International Schools85
- Universities92
- Language Schools75
- Vocational Training80
Safety & Environment72
- Crime Rates58
- Personal Safety60
- Political Stability95
- Natural Disaster Risk45
- Air Quality88
- Water Quality92
- Noise Pollution65
Climate & Nature82
- Climate Suitability88
- Sunshine Hours45
- Rainfall Patterns60
- Natural Beauty98
- Green Spaces95
- Beach/Water Access90
- Mountains/Hiking95
Infrastructure & Connectivity
80/100Transportation75
- Public Transport Quality92
- Public Transport Coverage88
- Public Transport Affordability85
- Bike Infrastructure85
- Walkability82
- Traffic Congestion35
- Driving Conditions55
- Taxi/Rideshare80
- Car Ownership Necessity75
Connectivity83
- Airport Connectivity95
- Airport Distance90
- Train Connections60
- Bus Connections80
- Ferry Connections92
Digital Infrastructure83
- Internet Speed90
- Internet Reliability88
- Internet Cost70
- Mobile Network Quality90
- Coworking Spaces85
- Public WiFi75
Housing & Living Spaces
65/100Housing Market53
- Rental Availability40
- Rental Costs25
- Purchase Prices20
- Housing Quality80
- Housing Variety85
- Landlord Regulations70
Neighborhoods81
- Neighborhood Diversity90
- Expat/International Areas85
- Gentrification Trends65
- Proximity to Amenities85
Daily Life & Services
84/100Shopping & Retail82
- Supermarket Availability90
- Shopping Mall Quantity80
- Shopping Mall Quality80
- International Brands85
- Local Markets85
- Opening Hours70
- E-commerce85
Food & Dining85
- Restaurant Variety95
- Restaurant Quality92
- Restaurant Affordability55
- Cafรฉ Culture90
- Street Food85
- Alcohol Availability90
- Food Delivery90
Essential Services83
- Pharmacy Density90
- 24-Hour Pharmacies70
- Medicine Availability90
- Postal Services80
- Banking Services90
- Laundry Services80
- Repair Services75
- Hair Salons/Barbers90
- Pet Services85
Utilities & Connectivity88
- Electricity Reliability95
- Water Reliability95
- Utility Costs80
- Heating/Cooling85
- Waste Management85
Cultural & Social Life
83/100Culture & Entertainment84
- Museums & Galleries85
- Historical Sites80
- Theaters & Performing Arts85
- Music Scene85
- Cinema Options80
- Libraries85
- Art Scene85
Social Life80
- Nightlife Quality80
- Nightlife Safety65
- Festival Calendar85
- Sports Culture80
- Social Clubs80
- Dating Scene75
- LGBTQ+ Scene95
Community85
- Local Friendliness80
- Expat Community Size85
- Expat Integration80
- Language Barriers95
- Cultural Events85
Professional & Career
80/100Business Environment80
- Industry Clusters80
- Major Companies75
- Startup Ecosystem85
- Coworking Culture85
- Professional Networking80
- Business Associations75
Work Environment82
- Work-Life Balance80
- Remote Work Acceptance85
- Internet for Work90
- Time Zone70
- Business Visa Options85
Market Opportunities75
- Client Base75
- Freelance Market80
- Competition Level70
Lifestyle & Pace
78/100Daily Rhythm77
- Pace of Life85
- Working Hours Culture80
- Dining Hours70
- Shop Opening Hours70
- Weekend Culture80
Lifestyle Options88
- Outdoor Lifestyle98
- Fitness Culture85
- Health Consciousness85
- Pet Friendliness90
- Family Orientation80
Tourism Impact69
- Tourist Volume60
- Tourism Seasonality65
- Tourist Infrastructure85
- Authenticity80
- Crowding55
Legal & Administrative
85/100Visa & Residency82
- Visa Requirements70
- Residency Options85
- Residency Process75
- Citizenship Pathway85
- Deportation Risk95
Administration79
- Bureaucracy Level65
- Digital Government80
- Document Requirements70
- Language Requirements90
- Legal System90
Rights & Freedoms94
- Freedom of Speech95
- Religious Freedom95
- Women's Rights95
- LGBTQ+ Rights98
- Worker Rights85
Family & Children
74/100Child-Friendly Infrastructure83
- Playgrounds90
- Kid Activities85
- Child Safety80
- Pediatric Care80
- Baby/Toddler Facilities80
Family Services65
- Childcare Availability60
- Childcare Costs40
- School Holidays70
- Extracurricular Activities85
- Family Housing70
Practical Considerations
78/100Transportation Costs70
- Fuel Prices65
- Gas Station Density85
- EV Infrastructure80
- Vehicle Costs50
- Vehicle Maintenance70
Special Services82
- Moving Services80
- Storage Facilities80
- Translation Services80
- Legal Services85
- Accounting Services85
Communication79
- Postal Reliability80
- Package Import70
- Language Learning80
- International Calling85
Emergency Services84
- Emergency Response85
- Emergency Healthcare75
- Emergency Numbers95
- Natural Disaster Preparedness80
Specific to Your Profile
85/100Remote Work Specific84
- Time Zone Alignment70
- Coworking Day Passes85
- Cafรฉ Laptop Culture90
- Video Call Quality90
- Tech Ecosystem85
Personal Circumstances85
- Citizenship Advantages80
- Partner Citizenship Advantages70
- Industry Presence80
- Language Skills95
- Religious/Cultural Fit85
- Dietary Requirements95
- Hobby Availability95
- Pet Import Rules80
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