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Epalinges
City in Vaud, Switzerland
Overview
Epalinges is a tranquil suburb north of Lausanne in the Vaud canton, offering a blend of Swiss village character and proximity to urban amenities. Known for its green spaces and quiet neighborhoods, it is popular among families and professionals seeking a relaxed, safe environment.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Switzerland
Canton
Vaud
Population
9,611
Time Zone
Europe/Zurich
Coordinates
46.55°, 6.67°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
96
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
91
Traffic Safety
93
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$3,600
Local Cost
$2,230
Local Income
$4,600
Cashless
92
English
76
Temperature
7.3°C
Summer Avg
16.2°C
Winter Avg
-1.8°C
Record High
33.1°C
Record Low
-26.0°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1174 mm
Internet Speed
337 Mbps
Upload
66 Mbps
Latency
24 ms
City Vibrancy
11
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
2
Parks
5
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
518.0
Airport
VIP
Distance
38 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 35 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 88/100.
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