Gibraltar🇬🇮

At a Glance

How Gibraltar compares across key indices

Quality of Life169Safety80Healthcare73Affordability69Climate99Clean Air55

Cost of Living

69 vs NYC

100 = NYC

Safety Index

80/100

Healthcare

73/100

Quality of Life

169/200

Climate

99/100

Cost of Living

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

Safety & Crime

Low Risk

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

Walking Safety

Daytime94
Nighttime84

10 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Drug-related crime
Moderate47
Corruption & bribery
Low34
Property crimes
Low29
Violent crimes
Very Low14

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being insulted or harassed
Very Low22
Being physically attacked
Very Low17
Things stolen from car
Very Low15
Home broken into
Very Low12
Being mugged or robbed
Very Low11
Car stolen
Very Low8
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Very Low7

Based on 34 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Gibraltar

Healthcare Index

73/100

Quality Breakdown

Friendliness & Courtesy91/100
Staff Skill & Competency66/100
Modern Equipment66/100
Accuracy & Completeness66/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist63/100
Speed of Service47/100
Cost Satisfaction84/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 8 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

Public
62.5%
Employer Sponsored
25.0%
Private
12.5%
Healthcare73Safety80Quality of Life169
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Environment

Moderate

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Gibraltar

Pollution Index

55/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Garbage Disposal83/100
Drinking Water Quality81/100
Clean & Tidy72/100
Comfortable to Spend Time56/100
Green Spaces & Parks53/100
Air Quality39/100

Concerns

Noise & Light Pollution69/100
Water Pollution39/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 9 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

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

How People Commute

Walking100.0%

Based on 5 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Gibraltar, answered with data

What is the cost of living in Gibraltar?

Gibraltar has a cost of living index of 69 relative to New York City (100). It is comparable in cost to most US cities.

Is Gibraltar safe for expats?

Gibraltar has a safety index of 80/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Gibraltar?

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.

Is Gibraltar cheaper than the United States?

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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