As one of the cities recommended for slow living, Magelang presents an atmosphere that will make us always miss this city. Located in the middle of Magelang Regency, and surrounded by several volcanoes such as Mount Sumbing, Merapi, and Merbabu, Magelang City is a very comfortable area to live in. The strategic location of Magelang City is also supported by the placement of Magelang City as the Regional Activity Center for the Purworejo, Wonosobo, Temanggung, Magelang Regency, and Magelang City areas in the National Spatial Plan and the National Spatial Plan of Central Java Province.

The cost of living in Magelang City is also relatively cheap. Based on the National Socio-Economic Survey (Susenas), the cost of living in Magelang City in 2024 is around IDR 1,672,450.00 per month with a Minimum Wage (UMK) of IDR 2,142,000.00. In addition, food in the Magelang City area is still relatively cheap so the cost of living in this city is quite affordable.

For culinary hunters, the food in Magelang City has a taste that is not inferior to several other areas in Central Java. A typical menu with pocket-friendly prices can be an option when visiting this Military City. Food menus that you can try include Magelang fried rice, soto lesah, gethuk, and so on. Although classified as a small city, Magelang City has complete public facilities to meet the needs of its residents. Magelang City is also famous for its various tourist destinations that are suitable as places for vacation and study. There are many museums and playgrounds that you can find in this city.