Vienna dethroned Melbourne as the world's most liveable city, scoring 99.1% in livability.
The Economist Intelligence Unit ranks cities based on stability, education, healthcare, infrastructure, culture, and environment.
Most top cities are mid-sized in wealthy countries with low population densities, mainly in Western Europe and North America.
Vienna tops the list with a 99.1% livability score, overtaking Melbourne.
Rankings based on stability, education, healthcare, infrastructure, culture, and environment.
Western Europe and North America are the most liveable regions; the Middle East and Africa are the least.
Mega cities like London, Paris, and New York face high crime, congestion, and public transport issues.
Global livability improved due to decreased terrorism threats in Western Europe. Vienna's increased stability played a pivotal role in its top ranking.