When deciding where to live, we need to prioritize, and health is probably one of the most important factors to consider. According to the most recent study by the Healthnews website, our fair city is THE BEST in the world for a healthy lifestyle! But how was this decided? Let’s find out more!
This study evaluated 40 of the largest and most renowned cities worldwide and it was based on the following key metrics:
- Happiness index (as recently released in 2024)
- Average weekly physical activity
- Sunshine hours
- Air quality index
- Cost of a fitness club membership for one adult
- Average sleep duration
- Obesity rates
- Total number of hospitals
- Average workweek length
- Price of bottled water
The 10 Best Cities in the World to Live for Your Health
According to the above-mentioned news website dedicated to health, this is the ranking of the healthiest cities in the world:
- Amsterdam
- Brussels (Belgium)
- Boston (USA)
- Porto (Portugal)
- Vancouver (Canada)
- Chicago (USA)
- Dublin (Ireland)
- Melbourne (Australia)
- Miami (USA)
- Vienna (Austria)
How did Amsterdam get the 1st place?
In the report, Amsterdam is highlighted for several reasons, including the cycling culture, with about 63% of its residents as daily bike riders. And cycling is not only good for your personal health and wellbeing, it is also a safe and sustainable means of transport. Our city is indeed renowned for its focus on wellbeing and health, and this is a clear demonstration of it.
The average number of hours spent on physical activities per week is also highlighted as one of the positive factors. It is twice the global average, at 12.8 hours! Go!
Additionally, let’s not forget that Amsterdam features the shortest average workweek among all the cities ranked, at only 30 hours. So, maybe working less makes us more productive while it also leaves us with enough time to focus on our wellbeing? We may have something, here…
If you want to read the full report, you can do so here.