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Bergen (Nesttun) cityscape
#25 for Business
#12 for Livability
#23 for Investment

Bergen (Nesttun)

Norway • North Europe • Population: 41,000
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City Overview

Overall Score

75.6
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

B
Premium global city classification

Bergen’s premier green suburb: strong schools, community, and outdoor living on the city’s doorstep.

Key Industries

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Professional Services
  • Tourism
  • Technology

Key Strengths

  • Family-oriented and safe environment
  • Close-knit, active community
  • Excellent access to outdoor recreation
Work-Life Balance
10.0+/10
Cost of Living
10.0+/10
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Business Environment

Analysis of business conditions and economic factors

70.0
Score
Economic Strength
76.0
Governance
84.0
Financial Maturity
74.0
Infrastructure
78.0

Business Advantages

  • Family-oriented and safe environment
  • Close-knit, active community
  • Excellent access to outdoor recreation
  • Strong public education system
  • Solid infrastructure investments

Challenges

  • Higher cost of living than national average
  • Rainier climate than most Norwegian towns
  • Limited direct access to national rail/air
  • Commuter traffic at rush hours

Livability Assessment

Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

86.0
Score
Safety
10.0+
School Quality
10.0+
Community Friendliness
10.0+
Ease of Integration
10.0+

Livability Highlights

  • Safety Score: 85.0/10
  • Work-Life Balance: 90.0/10
  • School Quality: 70.0/10
  • Community Friendliness: 80.0/10

Investment Potential

Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

71.0
Score
Real Estate ROI
Stable
Business Climate
68.0
Growth Forecast
Steady
Investor Protection
75.0

Investment Highlights

  • Income Tax Rate: 22.0/10
  • Inheritance Tax: 0.0/10
  • Strategic gateway to Europe markets with excellent connectivity
  • Green Rating: A

Location Analysis

Bergen (Nesttun) location map

Strategic location in North Europe, providing excellent connectivity to major markets and global business centers.

Key Economic Indicators

GDP Growth1.4%
GDP Per Capita$69,000
Corporate Tax Rate22%
Unemployment Rate2.9%
Inflation Rate2.7%
Ease of Doing Business Rank14

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City Accolades

Norway's Top Suburban Livability
Aftenposten, 2023
Greenest Large Suburb
Miljødirektoratet, 2022

City Tags

suburbanfamily-friendlygreensafecommunityeducationoutdoors

Country Information

CurrencyUSD
Official LanguageEnglish
ContinentEurope