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Isle of Man🌍
At a Glance
How Isle of Man compares across key indices
Safety Index
87/100
Healthcare
72/100
Quality of Life
167/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Isle of Man
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Isle of Man - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
87/100
Crime Index
5/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Isle of Man
Isle of Man has 1 city with Freedom Abroad estimates. Douglas has the lowest estimated monthly cost at $1,346. Douglas leads on safety, scoring 89/100. Douglas ranks highest for quality of life at 169/200.
Douglas
$1,346/mo
Douglas
89/100
Douglas
169/200
Douglas
73/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas | $1,346 | 89/100 | 169/200 | 73/100 | 45 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Isle of Man
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Environment
Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Isle of Man
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Isle of Man, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Isle of Man?
Monthly costs for a single person (including rent) start around $1,346 in Douglas. Costs vary significantly depending on city and lifestyle.
Is Isle of Man safe for expats?
Isle of Man has a safety index of 87/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Douglas scores highest on safety at 89/100.
What is the best city in Isle of Man for expats and digital nomads?
Douglas ranks highest for quality of life in Isle of Man, scoring 169/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,346/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Isle of Man?
Isle of Man scores 72/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
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