Composite profile
Overall score
68/100
Use the Metz profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and cross-border employment context alongside Nancy, Strasbourg, and Reims.
Overall68/100
Affordability76/100
Air quality72/100
Energy72/100
France / Western Europe
Metz, France City Intelligence
Metz is a regional capital in the Grand Est region of northeastern France on the Moselle river near the German and Luxembourg borders, with administrative and cross-border employment ties, rail access toward Luxembourg and Paris, and a temperate-continental climate setting. Metz is a western europe city of about ~290K metro in France. On the composite city-intelligence score, Metz sits below the indexed median, with practical gaps to close (68/100).
- Last updated
- 2026-05-16
- Data year
- 2025
- Population
- ~290K metro
Image credit: Image: Philippe Gisselbrecht/ Ville de Metz / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Overall city intelligence
Mixed68/100
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.
Metz data table
The table is part of the initial server-rendered HTML and mirrors the key city score cards.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68/100 | Composite score across major city intelligence modules. |
| Cost of Living | 76/100 | Metz's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies. |
| Air Quality | 72/100 | Metz'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 | 72/100 | Metz's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context. |
| Safety | 70/100 | Metz's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available. |
| Internet Speed | 70/100 | Metz's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references. |
| Climate Risk | 72/100 | Metz's climate-risk profile is a directional indicator combining regional hazard categories with national adaptation capacity. |
| Resilience | 72/100 | 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
Metz 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 life83/100
Healthcare86/100
Education85/100
Green space93/100
Cleanliness86/100
Infrastructure88/100
Mobility70/100
Metz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), 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 friendliness84/100
Education85/100
Green space93/100
Overall safety80/100
Metz scores very high for family living (84/100), 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
Cycling67/100
Infrastructure88/100
Metz 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 suitability81/100
Healthcare86/100
Cleanliness86/100
Outdoor lifestyle54/100
Metz is very high for retirement (81/100), appealing for healthcare access, affordability and a clean environment.
Emergency and public safety in Metz
Local public safety guidance for Metz, 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. |
| Police | 1724/7 | — |
| Medical (SAMU) | 1524/7 | — |
| Fire (Sapeurs-pompiers) | 1824/7 | — |
For the universal emergency contacts that apply in Metz, including police, fire, and ambulance, see the France 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 Metz
Healthcare context for Metz, with national-level information from France 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 Metz, see the France healthcare profile.
Healthcare sources
Each entry above is attributed to an official government, public health, or recognised health-system publisher. Confirm current information directly with these sources.
- Government of France: Ministère de la Santé et de la Prévention
Used as the primary attribution for French public-health context.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
Related sections: emergency and public safety, scoring methodology, and data sources.
Transport and mobility in Metz
Local mobility context for Metz, with national-level context from France where city-specific data is not yet verified. This is informational only.
For national transport authorities and operators that apply in Metz, see the France transport profile.
Transport sources
Each entry above is attributed to an official transport authority, national operator, airport publisher, or government source. Confirm current information directly with these publishers.
- Government of France: Ministère de la Transition écologique
Used as the primary federal attribution for French national transport context.
- Société nationale des chemins de fer français: SNCF
Used as the primary attribution for French national rail operator information.
Last verified: 2026-05-16
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 Metz. Verified measurements are surfaced when published from accepted official datasets; transparent fallback is shown otherwise.
Air quality dataset for Metz
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 Metz 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 Metz air-quality module
- Browse the clean-air city collection
Quick answers
Quick, evidence-based answers about Metz 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 Metz
Is Metz worth visiting?
Yes — excellent quality of life (83/100), with nearby nature such as Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, Lake Der-Chantecoq.
Is Metz good for families?
Excellent (84/100) on safety, schools and green space.
Is Metz affordable?
More affordable than average; about €1,520/month for one person (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Metz?
Late spring to early autumn; warmest in Jul, coldest in Jan.
What are Metz's main industries?
Mainly tourism, hospitality, manufacturing.
What is the climate in Metz?
An oceanic climate, averaging about 11.8°C.
Does Metz have universities?
Higher education is strong (69/100).
What is healthcare like in Metz?
Healthcare access is strong (72/100).
Is Metz good for retirement?
Retirement suitability is strong (73/100).
What nature is near Metz?
Within ~170 km: Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, Lake Der-Chantecoq.
Explore Metz modules
City pages link to module and ranking pages so crawlers can move through the topic cluster naturally.
Cost of Living in Metz
Metz's cost-of-living profile is a directional indicator pending integration of verified city-level data; structured benchmark context applies.
Air Quality in Metz
Metz'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 Metz
Metz's energy-readiness profile is a directional indicator that combines national policy framing with city-level adaptation context.
Safety in Metz
Metz's safety profile is a directional indicator; verified country-level emergency profiles attach via the country hub where available.
Internet Speed in Metz
Metz's connectivity profile is a directional indicator combining national digital-readiness context with widely cited speed-test references.
Climate Risk in Metz
Metz'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 Metz
Cost of living estimates for Metz — 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 Metz
Climate profile for Metz — Oceanic climate, annual average 11.8°C, comfort score 66/100. Month-by-month temperatures, rainfall, sunshine, and the best months to visit. Deterministic planning estimates, not a forecast.
Economy and jobs in Metz
Economy and jobs profile for Metz — tourism economy, economy score 76/100, key industries including tourism, hospitality, manufacturing. Employment, salary, startup, remote-work, and career indicators. Deterministic planning estimates.
Universities and education in Metz
Education profile for Metz — student city, education score 68/100, 5 representative universities, plus research, student life, and international-student indicators. Deterministic dataset, not institutional rankings.
Healthcare and retirement in Metz
Healthcare and retirement profile for Metz — regional healthcare center, healthcare score 72/100, retirement score 73/100. Medical access, specialist and emergency care, affordability, and retirement suitability. Deterministic planning estimates.
Visual guide to Metz
Source-attributed visual context for Metz 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 Metz
Weekend trip planning checklist for Metz — 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 Metz
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 Metz
Estimate a monthly budget for Metz 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 Metz
Plan a trip budget for Metz 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 Metz
Where else nearby you could spend a day or a weekend from Metz. Links are derived from geographic proximity, shared region, shared natural-recreation areas, transport corridors, and country borders — not popularity or tourism rankings.
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
Cross-border · about 44 km from Metz. Explore Esch-sur-Alzette's city intelligence profile.
Nancy, France
Lake cluster · about 47 km from Metz. Explore Nancy's city intelligence profile.
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Cross-border · about 55 km from Metz. Explore Luxembourg City's city intelligence profile.
Saarbrücken, Germany
Cross-border · about 61 km from Metz. Explore Saarbrücken's city intelligence profile.
Arlon, Belgium
Cross-border · about 68 km from Metz. Explore Arlon's city intelligence profile.
Trier, Germany
Cross-border · about 78 km from Metz. Explore Trier's city intelligence profile.
Kaiserslautern, Germany
Cross-border · about 121 km from Metz. Explore Kaiserslautern's city intelligence profile.
Strasbourg, France
Same region · about 130 km from Metz. Explore Strasbourg's city intelligence profile.
Colmar, France
Same region · about 144 km from Metz. Explore Colmar's city intelligence profile.
Baden-Baden, Germany
Cross-border · about 156 km from Metz. Explore Baden-Baden's city intelligence profile.
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Themed collections
Theme-first discovery collections that include Metz — grouped by outdoor interest (mountains, lakes, coasts, forests, national parks) rather than geography.
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Metz FAQ
Common questions about living in, visiting, working in, studying in and retiring to Metz, answered from the indexed cost-of-living, climate, safety, economy, education, healthcare and nearby-nature data on this profile.
Frequently asked questions about Metz
Is Metz worth visiting?
Metz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. Visitors can also reach nature such as Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, Lake Der-Chantecoq and Vosges within weekend range.
What is it like to live in Metz?
Metz has a very high quality-of-life estimate (83/100), with notable strengths in healthcare, green space, cleanliness and infrastructure. It indexes 83/100 for overall quality of life.
How much does it cost to live in Metz?
A single resident of Metz spends roughly €1,520 per month, with a one-bedroom rent near €805. Overall the city is more affordable than average for France. These are modelled estimates, not live quotes — verify locally.
What should I know about moving to Metz?
Plan for below-average living costs and check current rents before relocating. Metz 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 Metz?
Metz's labour market is strong, with opportunities concentrated in tourism and hospitality, technology and manufacturing. Metz has a tourism-driven economy with strengths in tourism, hospitality and manufacturing.
Is Metz good for digital nomads and remote work?
Metz offers strong infrastructure and amenities for remote professionals, with a remote-work score of 82/100.
What are the education options in Metz?
Metz is a student-oriented city with a mix of universities and research activity in our dataset, spanning fields such as Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Biotechnology.
Is Metz a good place to study?
Metz offers a strong student environment, supported by walkable neighborhoods, relatively affordable living and strong quality of life.
What is healthcare like in Metz?
Metz has a regional healthcare center, supported by hospitals, specialist services, and public-health infrastructure, with a healthcare score of 72/100. Residents have strong access to healthcare across primary, specialist, and emergency care.
Is Metz a good place to retire?
Metz offers a combination of healthcare access, safety, and amenities that may appeal to retirees, with a retirement score of 73/100. Residents benefit from parks and green space, walkable streets and broad urban amenities and day-to-day services.
What is the climate like in Metz?
Metz has an oceanic climate, averaging about 11.8°C annually with roughly 781 mm of rain. The hottest month is Jul and the coldest Jan. The driest is typically Jun.
Is Metz a safe place to live?
Metz 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 Metz?
Metz indexes a walkability score of 84 and a cycling score of 67 out of 100. Check the local operator for live transit routes and fares.
What nature and outdoor places are near Metz?
Nature destinations within about 170 km of Metz include Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, Lake Der-Chantecoq and Vosges. Each is linked with its official source on the profile.
Is Metz good for families?
Metz scores very high for family living (84/100), helped by education access, safety, parks and green space and healthcare.
What outdoor activities are there around Metz?
Metz rates 54/100 for outdoor lifestyle and 93/100 for green space. Nearby nature such as Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park, Lake Der-Chantecoq and Vosges supports day hikes, water activities and weekend trips.
Interpretation
Use the Metz profile to compare cost framing, transport access, and cross-border employment context alongside Nancy, Strasbourg, and Reims. Its standout dimensions are cost of living (76/100) and air quality (72/100). The area most worth watching is internet speed (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 France country page. Related rankings include Overall Intelligence, Quality of Life, Remote Work. See where Metz 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.