Reunion🇷🇪

At a Glance

How Reunion compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety54Healthcare71AffordabilityClimateClean Air24

Safety Index

54/100

Healthcare

71/100

Cost of Living

How far your money goes in Reunion

Rent Index

19

100 = NYC rent

Groceries

81

100 = NYC groceries

Restaurant Prices

64

100 = NYC dining

Safety & Crime

Moderate Risk

How safe residents feel in Reunion — based on surveys of people living there

Safety Index

54/100

Crime Index

46/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

65/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime66
Nighttime38

28 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Property crimes
Moderate49
Drug-related crime
Low43
Corruption & bribery
Low41
Violent crimes
Low36

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Things stolen from car
Moderate55
Being mugged or robbed
Low43
Being insulted or harassed
Low43
Being physically attacked
Low42
Home broken into
Low41
Car stolen
Low41
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Low39

Based on 23 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Reunion

Healthcare Index

71/100

Quality Breakdown

Modern Equipment100/100
Accuracy & Completeness67/100
Friendliness & Courtesy67/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist67/100
Speed of Service58/100
Staff Skill & Competency42/100
Cost Satisfaction75/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 3 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

Public
66.7%
Private
33.3%
Healthcare71Safety54Quality of Life

Limited data — some indices are not yet available.

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Reunion

Pollution Index

24/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality96/100
Comfortable to Spend Time93/100
Green Spaces & Parks70/100
Drinking Water Quality55/100
Clean & Tidy55/100
Garbage Disposal35/100

Concerns

Water Pollution25/100
Noise & Light Pollution15/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 57 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Reunion

Average One-Way Commute

0minutes

Very Short

Traffic Index

0

Below average congestion

Inefficiency

0

Time wasted in traffic

How People Commute

Working from Home100.0%

Based on 1 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Reunion, answered with data

Is Reunion safe for expats?

Reunion has a safety index of 54/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Reunion?

Reunion scores 71/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it good by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.

What is the air quality and pollution like in Reunion?

Reunion has a pollution index of 24/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

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