World's top 10 most liveable cities in 2024

The Global Liveability Index 2024 has revealed its rankings, highlighting the cities that offer the highest quality of life based on various factors such as stability, healthcare, culture, education, and infrastructure. Here is all that you need to know about these cities.

Vienna continues to top the list as the most liveable city in the world with an impressive overall index score of 98.4. The city boasts perfect scores in stability, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Its rich cultural scene, although not perfect, scored an impressive 93.5, reflecting Vienna's historical charm and vibrant arts scene. The Austrian capital's commitment to public services and safety makes it an ideal place for residents.

Copenhagen ranks second with an index score of 98.0. The Danish capital is known for its high-quality healthcare system, which scored 95.8, and its outstanding cultural amenities, with a score of 95.4. The city also achieved perfect scores in stability, education, and infrastructure, underscoring its commitment to providing a safe, educated, and well-connected environment for its residents.

Zurich comes in third with a score of 97.1. It received perfect marks for healthcare and education, ensuring that residents have access to top-notch medical care and learning institutions. The city's culture score of 96.3 reflects its vibrant blend of traditional and contemporary cultural offerings. Zurich's infrastructure, rated at 96.4, supports a high standard of living with excellent public transportation and facilities.

Melbourne ranks fourth, scoring 97 overall. Known for its cultural diversity, the city achieved a culture score of 95.8. Like Zurich, Melbourne received perfect scores in healthcare and education, highlighting its strong public health system and educational institutions. The city's infrastructure, rated at 96.4, and its stable environment make it a desirable place to live.

Calgary tied for the fifth spot with a score of 96.8. The Canadian city excels in stability and healthcare, both rated at 100. While its culture score is slightly lower at 90, Calgary's education and infrastructure scores are perfect, emphasising its well-rounded appeal and excellent quality of life.

Geneva shares the fifth spot with Calgary, also scoring 96.8. The city is renowned for its high-quality healthcare and education systems, both receiving perfect scores. Geneva's cultural score of 94.9 and infrastructure rating of 96.4 showcase its sophisticated urban environment and reliable public services.

Sydney ranks seventh with a score of 96.6. It achieved perfect scores in healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The city's culture score of 94.4 reflects its dynamic arts scene and diverse cultural attractions. Sydney's stable environment and beautiful natural surroundings add to its liveability.

Vancouver also scores 96.6, sharing the same overall score as Sydney. The city stands out with its culture score of 97.2, the highest among the top ten. Vancouver's healthcare, education, and infrastructure are rated highly, though its infrastructure score of 92.9 is slightly lower, it still offers a high standard of living.

Osaka ranks ninth with a score of 96. The city excels in stability and healthcare, both receiving perfect scores. Its culture score of 86.8 is the lowest among the top ten, but Osaka makes up for it with perfect scores in education and infrastructure, providing a well-rounded urban experience.

Auckland rounds out the top ten with an overall score of 96. The city boasts high scores in healthcare, education, and infrastructure, with a culture score of 97.9, second only to Vancouver. Auckland's stable and well-connected environment makes it a highly liveable city.