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Oslo (Bærum) cityscape
#22 for Business
#6 for Livability
#27 for Investment

Oslo (Bærum)

Norway • North Europe • Population: 130,000
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City Overview

Overall Score

80.9
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

A
Premium global city classification

Affluent, green, and family-oriented suburb of Oslo offering top-tier safety, education, and quality of life.

Key Industries

  • Information Technology
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Consulting
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Key Strengths

  • Outstanding safety and livability
  • Top-quality public services and schools
  • Proximity to Oslo jobs and universities
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

71.0
Score
Economic Strength
87.0
Governance
90.0
Financial Maturity
84.0
Infrastructure
89.0

Business Advantages

  • Outstanding safety and livability
  • Top-quality public services and schools
  • Proximity to Oslo jobs and universities
  • Vast parks, recreation and fjord access
  • Highly sustainable and future-oriented

Challenges

  • High cost of living and housing
  • Limited nightlife compared to Oslo
  • May feel exclusive for non-Norwegian speakers
  • Colder climate in winter

Livability Assessment

Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

91.0
Score
Safety
10.0+
School Quality
10.0+
Community Friendliness
10.0+
Ease of Integration
10.0+

Livability Highlights

  • Safety Score: 94.0/10
  • Work-Life Balance: 90.0/10
  • School Quality: 80.0/10
  • Community Friendliness: 90.0/10

Investment Potential

Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

74.0
Score
Real Estate ROI
Stable
Business Climate
74.0
Growth Forecast
Moderate
Investor Protection
80.0

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

Oslo (Bærum) location map

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

Key Economic Indicators

GDP Growth1.6%
GDP Per Capita$77,000
Corporate Tax Rate22%
Unemployment Rate2.5%
Inflation Rate3%
Ease of Doing Business Rank9

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City Accolades

Norway's Most Livable Suburb
Aftenposten, 2023
Best Municipality for Families
Kommunal Rapport, 2022

City Tags

family-friendlysuburbangreensafeaffluentcommunityeducation

Country Information

CurrencyUSD
Official LanguageEnglish
ContinentEurope