Composite profile
Overall score
71/100
Use the Gijón profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level Atlantic context alongside Oviedo and Santander.
Overall71/100
Affordability73/100
Air quality75/100
Energy71/100
Spain / Southern Europe
Gijón, Spain City Intelligence
Gijón is the largest city in Asturias on Spain's northern Atlantic coast, with port, steel-industry, and services activity inside a wet, mild oceanic climate context. Gijón is a southern europe city of about ~0.27M metro in Spain. On the composite city-intelligence score, Gijón sits around the indexed median (71/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~0.27M metro
Image credit: Image: Roberto Sueiras / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
Overall city intelligence
Good71/100
Composite directional score across affordability, air quality, clean energy, and resilience.
Data confidence
Directional
Directional indicators pending integration of verified city-level data.
Verified utility layers
See country hub
Emergency, healthcare, and transport verification status appears on the country hub.
Gijón data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 73/100 | Gijón's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 75/100 | Gijón's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated. |
| Energy | 71/100 | Gijón's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 71/100 | Gijón's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 71/100 | Gijón's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 70/100 | Gijón's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 70/100 | Climate adaptation and infrastructure continuity context. |
Safety
Deterministic safety estimates from our index — planning signals derived from country priors and city data, not official crime statistics.
Safety
Overall safety80/100
Low crime82/100
Personal safety81/100
Night safety77/100
Road safety77/100
Gijón ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (80/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.
Quality of Life
A composite quality-of-life estimate and its component indicators.
Quality of Life
Quality of life85/100
Healthcare86/100
Education85/100
Green space96/100
Cleanliness86/100
Infrastructure88/100
Mobility69/100
Gijón has a very high quality-of-life estimate (85/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure.
Family Friendliness
How the city scores for raising a family, with the indicators that drive it.
Family Friendliness
Family friendliness85/100
Education85/100
Green space96/100
Overall safety80/100
Gijón scores very high for family living (85/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Suitability for remote workers, based on connectivity, mobility, and livability.
Digital Nomad Suitability
Digital nomad suitability79/100
Walkability84/100
Cycling58/100
Infrastructure88/100
Gijón is high for remote workers (79/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
Retirement Suitability
Suitability for retirement, weighing healthcare, affordability, climate, and environment.
Retirement Suitability
Retirement suitability84/100
Healthcare86/100
Cleanliness86/100
Outdoor lifestyle67/100
Gijón is very high for retirement (84/100), appealing for healthcare access, affordability, a comfortable climate and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Gijón
Local public safety guidance for Gijón, with the country-level emergency contacts that apply when calling for police, fire, or ambulance.
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| European emergency | 11224/7 | 112 reaches police, fire, and ambulance dispatch across the European Union from any phone, free of charge. |
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Gijón, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the Spain emergency profile.
Public safety sources
Each emergency contact above is attributed to an official emergency service or government publisher. Confirm current numbers directly with these sources.
- European Commission: 112 — The European emergency number
Used as the primary attribution for the EU-wide 112 universal emergency number on European country profiles.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Methodology and the wider source registry are documented on the scoring methodology and data sources pages.
Healthcare and hospitals in Gijón
Healthcare context for Gijón, with national-level information from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only and does not provide medical advice.
For the national healthcare and public-health context that applies in Gijón, see the Spain healthcare profile, which currently lists no verified national healthcare information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Gijón
Local mobility context for Gijón, with national-level context from Spain where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Gijón, see the Spain transport profile, which currently lists no verified national transport information.
Related sections: emergency and public safety, healthcare and hospitals, cities directory, countries directory, scoring methodology, data sources.
Air quality dataset
Source-attributed air-quality dataset for Gijón. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Gijón
Verified data unavailableLast updated 2026-05-16 / data year 2025
Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location
Source-attributed values for Gijón will appear here after the platform integrates verified measurements from accepted official publishers. Until then, structured air-quality module context remains available on the dedicated module page.
| Metric | Value | Data year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air quality | Verified air-quality measurements are not yet published for this location. | ||
Data provenance
Source attributionGlobal City Intelligence — air-quality dataset
Verified data unavailable- Publisher
- Global City Intelligence
- Last verified
- 2026-05-16
The air-quality dataset begins empty by design. Verified city-level measurements appear here only after they are sourced from accepted publishers (WHO, EEA, US EPA, OpenAQ, OECD, or official national/city environmental agencies).
Methodology and context
Numeric measurements appear in this section only after they are sourced from accepted official publishers. The dataset is independently validated at build time; malformed records cannot ship to production.
- Scoring methodology — how indicators across the platform are constructed.
- Data sources registry — the official sources cited by verified datasets.
- Open the Gijón air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Gijón drawn from this profile's indexed cost, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data. Figures are deterministic estimates for orientation — verify specifics with official sources.
Quick answers about Gijón
Is Gijón worth visiting?
Yes — excellent quality of life (85/100), with nearby nature such as Redes Natural Park, Somiedo Natural Park.
Is Gijón good for families?
Excellent (85/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Gijón affordable?
More affordable than average; about €1,270/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Gijón?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Gijón's main industries?
Mainly tourism, hospitality, manufacturing.
What is the climate in Gijón?
A mediterranean climate, averaging about 14.8°C.
Does Gijón have universities?
Higher education is strong (69/100).
What is healthcare like in Gijón?
Healthcare access is strong (70/100).
Is Gijón good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (77/100).
What nature is near Gijón?
Within ~170 km: Redes Natural Park, Somiedo Natural Park.
Explore Gijón modules
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Cost of Living in Gijón
Gijón's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Gijón
Gijón's air-quality profile is a directional indicator framed against WHO and regional benchmarks; verified city-level measurements appear in the dedicated air-quality dataset section once integrated.
Energy in Gijón
Gijón's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Gijón
Gijón's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Gijón
Gijón's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Gijón
Gijón's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity.
City rankings
Compare this city against other indexed cities in crawlable ranking tables.
Cost of living in Gijón
Cost of living estimates for Gijón — monthly budgets, rent, food, and transport in the local currency, plus an affordability score for comparison. Planning estimates derived from country baselines, not live prices.
Climate in Gijón
Climate profile for Gijón — Mediterranean climate, annual average 14.8°C, comfort score 88/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Gijón
Economy and jobs profile for Gijón — tourism economy, economy score 65/100, key industries including tourism, hospitality, manufacturing. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Gijón
Education profile for Gijón — student city, education score 65/100, 5 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Gijón
Healthcare and retirement profile for Gijón — regional healthcare center, healthcare score 70/100, retirement score 77/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Gijón
Source-attributed visual context for Gijón using verified Wikimedia imagery from the existing media catalog, alongside structured city intelligence and planning links. Not a tourism guide or attractions ranking.
Weekend trip planning guide for Gijón
Weekend trip planning checklist for Gijón — links into arrival planning, Summer 2026 travel context, visual orientation, budget tools, transport, public safety, and healthcare context. Not an itinerary, events calendar, hotel-price guide, restaurant guide, or tourism ranking.
Nearby weekend places from Gijón
Source-backed nearby place records for local-first weekend planning, with verification status, official source links, Wikidata identity, and visual context.
Estimate a monthly budget for Gijón
Estimate a monthly budget for Gijón using your own housing, food, transport, healthcare, and lifestyle inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official cost-of-living measurement.
Plan a trip budget for Gijón
Plan a trip budget for Gijón using your own accommodation, food, local transport, activities, travel, healthcare buffer, and emergency buffer inputs. Planning estimator only — not an official travel cost estimate.
Nearby cities from Gijón
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Gijón. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Oviedo, Spain
Mountain cluster · about 23 km from Gijón. Explore Oviedo's city intelligence profile.
León, Spain
Same region · about 104 km from Gijón. Explore León's city intelligence profile.
Santander, Spain
Same region · about 152 km from Gijón. Explore Santander's city intelligence profile.
Burgos, Spain
Same region · about 208 km from Gijón. Explore Burgos's city intelligence profile.
Bragança, Portugal
Cross-border · about 211 km from Gijón. Explore Bragança's city intelligence profile.
A Coruña, Spain
Same corridor · about 220 km from Gijón. Explore A Coruña's city intelligence profile.
Ourense, Spain
Same region · about 222 km from Gijón. Explore Ourense's city intelligence profile.
Valladolid, Spain
Same region · about 223 km from Gijón. Explore Valladolid's city intelligence profile.
Bilbao, Spain
Same corridor · about 224 km from Gijón. Explore Bilbao's city intelligence profile.
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Same region · about 242 km from Gijón. Explore Santiago de Compostela's city intelligence profile.
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Themed collections
Theme-first discovery collections that include Gijón — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.
European Wildlife Areas
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Spain Cycling Friendly Areas
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Spain Family Outdoor Escapes
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Spain Hiking Areas
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Gijón FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Gijón, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Gijón
Is Gijón worth visiting?
Gijón has a very high quality-of-life estimate (85/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Redes Natural Park, Somiedo Natural Park and Cares Gorge within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Gijón?
Gijón has a very high quality-of-life estimate (85/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. It indexes 85/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Gijón?
A single resident of Gijón spends roughly €1,270 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near €674. Overall the city is more affordable than average for Spain. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Gijón?
Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Gijón is high for remote workers (79/100), based on connectivity, affordability, walkability, safety and overall livability and day-to-day amenities.
What is the job market like in Gijón?
Gijón's labour market is moderate, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, manufacturing and technology. Gijón has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in tourism, hospitality and manufacturing.
Is Gijón good for digital nomads and remote work?
Gijón offers strong infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 72/100.
What are the education options in Gijón?
Gijón is a student-oriented city with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Physics, Energy and Engineering.
Is Gijón a good place to study?
Gijón offers a strong student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.
What is healthcare like in Gijón?
Gijón has a regional healthcare center, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 70/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Gijón a good place to retire?
Gijón offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 77/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space, walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Gijón?
Gijón has a mediterranean climate, averaging about 14.8°C annually with roughly 599 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jul.
Is Gijón a safe place to live?
Gijón ranks in the upper tier of our safety index (80/100), with strong personal-safety and low night-time indicators.
How easy is it to get around Gijón?
Gijón indexes a walkability score of 84 and a cycling score of 58 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Gijón?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Gijón include Redes Natural Park, Somiedo Natural Park and Cares Gorge. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Gijón good for families?
Gijón scores very high for family living (85/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Gijón?
Gijón rates 67/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 96/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Redes Natural Park, Somiedo Natural Park and Cares Gorge supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Gijón profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and country-level Atlantic context alongside Oviedo and Santander. Its standout dimensions are air quality (75/100) and cost of living (73/100). The area most worth watching is climate risk (70/100), where the model registers practical gaps. Data year 2025; last updated 2026-05-16. Drawn from 4 institutional references.
Country context is available on the Spain country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Gijón appears in global rankings or read the scoring methodology.
Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation. Verified datasets are being integrated; official sources should be used for critical decisions.
Sources
4 institutional references inform this view, listed below with reliability notes. Structured indicators on this page are directional and intended for orientation; verified datasets are being integrated and official sources should be used for critical decisions.
- UN-Habitat: World Cities Report 2024
Used as a policy and methodology reference for urban exposure and resilience signals.
- European Environment Agency: Air Quality Status Report
Used where European city comparisons need monitored air-quality context.
- NASA: NASA POWER
Used as an energy-resource and weather-normalization reference.
- IPCC: AR6 WGII Chapter 6: Cities, settlements and key infrastructure
Used to explain urban climate vulnerability and adaptation scoring logic.