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Seychelles🇸🇨
At a Glance
How Seychelles compares across key indices
Cost of Living
60 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
64/100
Healthcare
63/100
Quality of Life
146/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Seychelles
Cost of Living
60
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
45
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
60
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
63
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Seychelles - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
64/100
Crime Index
32/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Seychelles
Seychelles has 1 city with Freedom Abroad estimates. Victoria has the lowest estimated monthly cost at $1,336. Victoria leads on safety, scoring 66/100. Victoria ranks highest for quality of life at 149/200.
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Victoria
$1,336/mo
Safest
Victoria
66/100
Best Quality of Life
Victoria
149/200
Best Healthcare
Victoria
64/100
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1 of 1 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria | $1,336 | 66/100 | 149/200 | 64/100 | 12 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
3 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Seychelles — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Seychelles
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Seychelles
Pollution Index
17/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
8.5ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Seychelles, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Seychelles?
Seychelles has a cost of living index of 60 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,336 in Victoria.
Is Seychelles safe for expats?
Seychelles has a safety index of 64/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Victoria scores highest on safety at 66/100.
What is the best city in Seychelles for expats and digital nomads?
Victoria ranks highest for quality of life in Seychelles, scoring 149/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,336/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Seychelles?
Seychelles scores 63/100 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.
Is Seychelles cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Seychelles's cost of living is roughly 40% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 55% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Seychelles?
Seychelles has a pollution index of 17/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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