How Gibraltar compares across key indices
Cost of Living
69 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
80/100
Healthcare
73/100
Quality of Life
169/200
Climate
99/100
How far your money goes in Gibraltar
Cost of Living
69
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
49
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
62
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
77
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Gibraltar — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
80/100
Crime Index
20/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
59/100
Mixed perception
10 point drop from day to night
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
Based on 34 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
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Healthcare system overview for Gibraltar
Healthcare Index
73/100
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 8 survey responses
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Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Gibraltar
Pollution Index
55/100
Lower is better
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 9 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
How people get around in Gibraltar
Average One-Way Commute
16minutes
Very Short
Traffic Index
53
Below average congestion
Inefficiency
20
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
798g/trip
Based on 5 survey responses.
Common questions about living in Gibraltar, answered with data
Gibraltar has a cost of living index of 69 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities.
Gibraltar has a safety index of 80/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers.
Gibraltar scores 73/100 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.
Yes. Gibraltar's cost of living is roughly 31% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 51% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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