Hungary
Budapest offers thermal spas, culture and moderate costs in the heart of Europe.
Important Notice: No Individual Advice
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute individual legal, tax, or financial advice. Please consult qualified professionals for personal decisions.
Key Metrics
Cost of Living
Cost Breakdown
Quality of Life
Climate Change & Future Outlook
Climate risks in Hungary
Hungary: Continental extremes. Tisza -60%, Danube -40%! Only 2-3% irrigation despite rivers. 'Horses, not camels' - farmer. ND-GAIN #61/#150.
Climate Scenarios
Switch between IPCC SSP pathways
SSP2-4.5
Current policy trajectory – ~2.7°C warming by 2100, moderate mitigation.
Values are approximations relative to our SSP2-4.5 baseline. They illustrate directional change, not exact national projections.
Overall Climate Risk
Projected risk index (0 = low risk, 100 = extreme risk)
Risk Categories
Personal climate risk assessment
Tune the analysis to your health profile and comfort level.
Age group
Sensitivity
Risk tolerance
Personalized risk index
Current level: Very High
Priority risks
Water & Drought
Base 78 → Personal 78
Heat Stress
Base 76 → Personal 76
What to prioritize
- •Check long-term water security and avoid regions with frequent restrictions.
- •Prioritise shaded neighborhoods, AC-ready apartments, and early-morning routines.
- •Budget for higher insurance/utilities and diversify income streams against climate shocks.
Adaptation Measures
- •€3B EU funds, irrigation 2-3%→10% target
- •Farmers: Irrigation CRITICAL
Climate Resilience
ND-GAIN #61/#150. Only 2-3% irrigation = infrastructure problem!
Tips
- 💡Budapest OK, hot summers. Balaton overpriced + too warm.
- 💡Agriculture: IMPOSSIBLE without irrigation!
Pros
- •EU, Danube/Tisza water potential, low cost
Cons
- •Tisza -60%, Danube -40%, only 2-3% irrigation!
Notes
Continental climate crisis. Tisza -60%, Danube -40% levels. Only 2-3% irrigation = infrastructure problem! Farmer quote: 'Horses, not camels!'
Data sources
Scientific Disclaimer
Climate projections are based on models with inherent uncertainties. Actual outcomes may differ. We present mainstream scientific consensus (IPCC) but acknowledge uncertainty ranges. This is not financial advice. Consult climate scientists and experts for specific decisions.
Safety & Security
Safety & Crime in Hungary
Safety Indicators
Comparison with DACH Region
For comparison: Germany (CPI: 78), Austria (CPI: 71), Switzerland (CPI: 82)
Notes
Standard precautions recommended in urban areas.
Climate
Data Sources & Updates
Data Sources
- OECD Tax Database(OECD Terms of Use)
- NOAA Climate Data(Public Domain)
- WHO Global Health Observatory(CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)
- World Bank World Development Indicators(CC BY 4.0)
- Numbeo(User-Generated Data)
- Numbeo Quality of Life Index(CC BY 4.0)