Livability scores

• Walkabilityⓘ 18 / 20

  Malmö is compact, flat and bike- and pedestrian-friendly, making most daily trips feasible on foot.

  Sources:

  • Stroller-Friendly Malmö – compact and flat city
  • Global City Intelligence – Malmö mobility and walkable neighborhoods
• Rail Connectivityⓘ 8.7 / 10

  Malmö Central Station is a major hub with frequent Öresundståg and long-distance SJ services linking Sweden and Denmark.

  Sources:

  • Skånetrafiken – Öresundståg services via Malmö C
  • SJ – national rail routes including Malmö C
  • Malmö Central Station – rail connections overview
• Public Transitⓘ 8 / 10

  Malmö has dense bus and regional train networks managed by Skånetrafiken, offering frequent services across the city and region.

  Sources:

  • Skånetrafiken – public transport in Malmö
  • Malmö City – information on public transport
• Affordabilityⓘ 6.7 / 10

  Malmö shows moderate living costs and rents relative to local purchasing power, making it more affordable than many major European cities.

  Sources:

  • Numbeo – Cost of Living in Malmö
  • Numbeo – Cost of Living plus Rent Index Malmö (FR)
  • Numbeo – Cost of Living Comparison Copenhagen vs Malmö
• Safetyⓘ 5 / 10

  Malmö’s crime levels are moderate but generally comparable to other Swedish cities, with police data showing typical urban safety challenges.

  Sources:

  • Swedish Police – Regional information Skåne/Malmö
  • Swedish Police – Statistics and reports (English)
• Air Qualityⓘ 9 / 10

  EEA data show Malmö generally meets EU air quality standards, with pollutants mostly below limit values.

  Sources:

  • EEA – Air quality in Sweden (including Malmö stations)
  • Swedish EPA – air quality monitoring overview
• Quality Of Lifeⓘ 9 / 10

  Malmö scores 88/100 for quality of life, with strong healthcare, education, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure.

  Sources:

  • Global City Intelligence – Malmö quality of life 88/100
  • Numbeo – Malmö Quality of Life Index
• Food Cultureⓘ 8 / 10

  Malmö has a vibrant dining scene with multiple Michelin-listed restaurants and diverse Nordic and international cuisine.

  Sources:

  • Michelin Guide – Malmö restaurants
  • Visit Malmö – food and drink in the city
• Car Free Practicalityⓘ 9 / 10

  Malmö’s sustainable urban mobility plan prioritizes cycling, walking and public transport, making daily life feasible without a car.

  Sources:

  • Malmö Urban Mobility Strategy – focus on sustainable modes
  • Malmö City – cycling and walking infrastructure

Advantages & drawbacks

Monthly costs

• Estimated monthly cost €1,950 – €2,400
• Monthly transit pass €68