Unlock more jurisdiction sub-pages
Subscribe for full sub-page depth, saves, alerts, and exports.
Basel-Stadt
Canton in Switzerland
Map
Overview
Basel-Stadt is the smallest Swiss canton by area and is known for its urban character, with Basel as its largest city and economic hub. The canton borders both France and Germany, which gives it a strong cross-border identity. Its average temperature is 8.9°C, and the territory also includes the municipalities of Riehen and Bettingen.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Basel-Stadt
Canton Code
BS
Cities Tracked
3
Total Population
199,475
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Key Metrics
Safety Score
94/100 (Very Safe)
3 cities assessed
Avg Rent (1-Bed Center)
$1517/mo
3 cities
Avg Temperature
8.9°C
3 cities
Internet Speed
170 Mbps
5 cities
Avg Humidity
83%
Avg Inexpensive Meal
$24.33
Cities in Basel-Stadt
3 citiesFrequently Asked Questions
Sources: WAQI | WeatherAPI | World Bank · Last updated: 2025
Subscribe to unlock more jurisdiction sub-pages this month.
You can keep discovering Oyster publicly, but full multi-jurisdiction depth, tracking, alerts, and exports are part of paid access.