By Anna Ellis •
Published: 29 Nov 2024 • 15:42
• 1 minute read
In the 2024 Expat City Ranking by InterNations, Alicante secured the third spot among the best cities to live worldwide.
This annual report is based on feedback from over 12,500 expatriates living in 53 cities across 35 countries.
The ranking evaluates key factors such as quality of life, ease of settling in, affordability, and personal finance.
Relaxed Pace of Life
Alicante is celebrated for its affordable lifestyle, warm climate, and relaxed pace of life that appeals to expats from all over the world. The city ranks seventh in the Expat Essentials Index, which highlights the availability of affordable housing and efficient digital infrastructure.
Expats also find Alicante easy to navigate, with public transportation and digital services receiving high marks. This accessibility, combined with a welcoming atmosphere, makes it easier for newcomers to settle in and enjoy their new surroundings.
Valencia tops the 2024 Expat City Ranking by InterNations. It regained the top spot after dropping to third in 2023.
Spain Dominates the Ranking
Spain dominates the ranking, with Malaga coming in second place. Madrid and Barcelona also made the top 25.
Outside Spain, Panama City and Mexico City round out the top five, while Bangkok, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai also rank highly.
The U.S. and Canada struggled, with no U.S. city in the top 25 and New York ranked 28th, due to high living costs and work-life balance issues.
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Originally from Derbyshire, UK, Anna has lived in the middle of nowhere on the Costa Blanca for 20 years.
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