Málaga, the best city to live according to an Internations survey

In a survey conducted to 12,065 expats living in different territories worldwide, Málaga got the 1st place among the 49 cities which met the requirements (at least 50 survey respondents in the city).

What factors are taken in the ranking?

Mainly 5: quality of life, ease of settling in, working abroad, personal finance and expat essentials

table from the article where the methodology of the rankings is explained

How did Málaga do?

Málage places 1st. The best-rated for local friendliness (89% with a 65% average globally) and climate and wheather. It ranks 2nd for finding friends, quality of life and leisure options. 8th for its natural environment and travel and transit and 10th in healthcare. Overall, 88% of expats are happy with their life in Málaga compared to 72% globally

In the top 10 there are 3 more Spanish cities: Alicante (2nd), Valencia (3rd) and Madrid (6th)