A frontrunner has been declared for the world's most expensive city

Overall rating: 92.8
Stability: 95
Healthcare: 100
Culture & Environment: 85.9
Education: 83.3
Infrastructure: 96.4

Barely edging out Geneva is Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and economic hub. Zurich may seem one-dimensional at first glance, with a reputation for being hyper-efficient and severe. The fact that you'll find spotless streets and trains that always run on time is true—but the city is full of surprises. Come summertime, you'll find citizens swimming in the Limmat River, playing volleyball in the parks, and riding their bikes to grab a scoop of gelato. Zurich also is something of a haven for young creatives, which means you can find plenty of art galleries and fantastic restaurants along both banks.

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