How Bermuda compares across key indices
Cost of Living
133 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
64/100
Healthcare
69/100
Quality of Life
188/200
Climate
92/100
How far your money goes in Bermuda
Cost of Living
133
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
102
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
144
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
137
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Bermuda — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
64/100
Crime Index
36/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
56/100
Mixed perception
16 point drop from day to night
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
Based on 38 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
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Healthcare system overview for Bermuda
Healthcare Index
69/100
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 18 survey responses
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Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Bermuda
Pollution Index
15/100
Lower is better
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 17 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
How people get around in Bermuda
Average One-Way Commute
35minutes
Average
Traffic Index
136
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
224
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
3.9kg/trip
Based on 11 survey responses.
Common questions about living in Bermuda, answered with data
Bermuda has a cost of living index of 133 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities.
Bermuda has a safety index of 64/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers.
Bermuda scores 69/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it good by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
Bermuda has a pollution index of 15/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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