Luxembourg
Banks, Forests, and Michelin Stars
Overview
A tiny but exceptionally wealthy European nation, home to EU institutions, a major banking sector, and a multilingual population speaking Luxembourgish, French, and German.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Western Europe
Land Area
2,586 km²
Capital
Luxembourg
Languages
German, French, Luxembourgish
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
76
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
37
Freedom
97
Security
94
Life Expectancy
82.8 yrs
Median Age
38.9 yrs
Urbanization
92%
Cost Index
91
Housing Index
102
Healthcare Access
39/100
Climate
Average Temperature
9.2°C
Average AQI
40
Most Temperate Cities
1 Mompach 9.5°C
2 Luxembourg 9.5°C
3 Esch-sur-Alzette 9.5°C
4 Dudelange 9.5°C
5 Bettembourg 9.5°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Wiltz 19 AQI
2 Parc Hosingen 19 AQI
3 Troisvierges 19 AQI
4 Niedercorn 30 AQI
5 Obercorn 30 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 91
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 102
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 18.19%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 100/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 100/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 160 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 33
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.75% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 208 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 5/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025