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Chamonix cityscape
#73 for Business
#16 for Livability
#77 for Investment

Chamonix

France • West Europe • Population: 8,900
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City Overview

Overall Score

73.7
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

B
Premium global city classification

Legendary Alpine adventure town, world-class outdoor hub, and model for sustainable mountain community living.

Key Industries

  • Tourism
  • Outdoor Sports
  • Hospitality
  • Guided Services
  • Ecology
Retail

Key Strengths

  • Access to world-class outdoor recreation
  • Strong sense of community
  • Rich cultural heritage
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

55.0
Score
Economic Strength
66.0
Governance
80.0
Financial Maturity
58.0
Infrastructure
70.0

Business Advantages

  • Access to world-class outdoor recreation
  • Strong sense of community
  • Rich cultural heritage
  • Global brand in adventure tourism
  • Ongoing investment in sustainability

Challenges

  • Limited year-round job diversity
  • Only moderate access to higher education
  • Seasonal cost of living spikes
  • Reliance on tourism economy
  • Transport infrastructure pressured in peak season

Livability Assessment

Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

84.0
Score
Safety
10.0+
School Quality
10.0+
Community Friendliness
10.0+
Ease of Integration
10.0+

Livability Highlights

  • Safety Score: 87.0/10
  • Work-Life Balance: 90.0/10
  • School Quality: 70.0/10
  • Community Friendliness: 90.0/10

Investment Potential

Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

51.0
Score
Real Estate ROI
Dynamic
Business Climate
61.0
Growth Forecast
Stable
Investor Protection
68.0

Investment Highlights

  • Income Tax Rate: 30.0/10
  • Inheritance Tax: 45.0/10
  • Strategic gateway to Europe markets with excellent connectivity
  • Green Rating: A

Location Analysis

Chamonix location map

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

Key Economic Indicators

GDP Growth1.2%
GDP Per Capita$42,800
Corporate Tax Rate25%
Unemployment Rate7.2%
Inflation Rate2.6%
Ease of Doing Business Rank32

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City Accolades

Europe's Most Scenic Mountain Town
National Geographic, 2023
Top Global Adventure Destination
Lonely Planet, 2023

City Tags

alpinetourismoutdoorsmountaineeringcommunitysustainable

Country Information

CurrencyUSD
Official LanguageEnglish
ContinentEurope