Cost of Living in Italy - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Italy
Address: IT

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $958 (excluding rent), and $1,823 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,451 (excluding rent), and $3,772 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$17.12 €14.75

$11.41 €9.83

$28.53 €24.59

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$82.4 €71.1

$58.9 €50.8

$118 €102

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.37 €9.80

$10.24 €8.82

$13.65 €11.76

Cappuccino

$1.99 €1.72

$1.43 €1.23

$2.97 €2.56

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.99 €2.58

$2.16 €1.86

$4.12 €3.55

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.32 €1.14

$1.09 €0.94

$2.28 €1.97

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.75 €4.95

$3.44 €2.97

$7.46 €6.43

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.20 €4.48

$3.46 €2.98

$8.07 €6.96

Milk (1 liter)

$1.68 €1.44

$1.17 €1.01

$2.33 €2.01

White Bread (500g)

$2.30 €1.98

$1.19 €1.02

$3.94 €3.40

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.92 €2.52

$1.70 €1.47

$4.54 €3.91

Eggs

$3.91 €3.37

$2.24 €1.94

$5.94 €5.12

Local Cheese (1kg)

$16.27 €14.03

$9.11 €7.85

$28.46 €24.54

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$12.30 €10.60

$6.86 €5.91

$17.16 €14.79

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$20.26 €17.46

$11.52 €9.93

$28.80 €24.83

Apples (1kg)

$2.46 €2.12

$1.13 €0.97

$3.38 €2.91

Banana (1kg)

$2.23 €1.92

$1.36 €1.17

$3.55 €3.06

Oranges (1kg)

$2.74 €2.36

$1.19 €1.03

$4.75 €4.09

Tomato (1kg)

$3.33 €2.87

$1.17 €1.01

$5.83 €5.03

Potato (1kg)

$1.95 €1.68

$1.03 €0.88

$2.97 €2.56

Onion (1kg)

$1.89 €1.63

$1.19 €1.02

$3.08 €2.66

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.53 €1.32

$0.94 €0.81

$2.34 €2.02

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.54 €0.46

$0.30 €0.26

$1.20 €1.03

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$7.03 €6.06

$6.45 €5.56

$7.61 €6.56

Wine (Bottle)

$6.81 €5.87

$3.97 €3.42

$11.35 €9.78

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.74 €1.50

$1.13 €0.97

$2.80 €2.42

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.44 €2.10

$1.14 €0.98

$4.56 €3.93

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.95 €1.68

$1.60 €1.38

$2.63 €2.27

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$41.74 €35.98

$34.34 €29.60

$63.0 €54.3

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.63 €4.85

$4.50 €3.88

$11.25 €9.70

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.59 €1.37

$1.16 €1.00

$3.17 €2.74

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$35.32 €30.45

$25.90 €22.33

$58.9 €50.8

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.08 €1.79

$1.98 €1.71

$2.21 €1.91

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$32.6K €28.1K

$28.5K €24.6K

$34.9K €30.1K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$33.2K €28.6K

$28.8K €24.8K

$38.3K €33.0K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$225 €194

$141 €122

$360 €310

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$13.40 €11.55

$8.08 €6.97

$17.33 €14.94

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$31.48 €27.14

$27.62 €23.81

$40.43 €34.85

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$57.4 €49.46

$33.89 €29.22

$87.7 €75.6

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$25.47 €21.96

$16.17 €13.94

$36.96 €31.86

Cinema Ticket

$10.36 €8.93

$9.21 €7.94

$13.82 €11.91

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$576 €496

$348 €300

$929 €801

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$10.7K €9,249

$5,894 €5,081

$21.2K €18.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$91.0 €78.4

$46.17 €39.80

$139 €119

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$39.85 €34.35

$22.85 €19.69

$68.5 €59.1

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.9 €86.1

$57.9 €49.90

$139 €120

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$130 €112

$74.3 €64.1

$229 €197

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$855 €737

$560 €483

$1,594 €1,374

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$664 €572

$465 €401

$1,138 €981

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,508 €1,300

$931 €802

$3,192 €2,751

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,105 €952

$702 €605

$2,079 €1,792

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,810 €3,285

$2,296 €1,979

$10.7K €9,256

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,467 €2,127

$1,267 €1,092

$5,200 €4,482

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,932 €1,665

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.41

2.85

4.9

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Italy

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
101	Grosseto	82087	81	$898	$1,606	$2,475	$3,497	65.6	97.08
102	Gualdo Tadino	14281	80	$760	$1,574	$2,254	$3,146	70.95	81.17
103	Iglesias	28170	82	$965	$1,631	$2,169	$3,332	40.08	128.5
104	Imola	69797	85	$902	$1,671	$2,197	$3,487	85.77	96.62
105	Imperia	41999	84	$959	$1,661	$2,037	$3,368	74.12	76.79
106	Isernia	20000	80	$906	$1,608	$1,981	$3,183	27.08	124.09
107	Jesi	40399	87	$1,068	$1,758	$2,427	$3,447	50.59	122.54
108	L'Aquila	69753	79	$907	$1,596	$2,505	$3,291	165.67	131.51
109	La Spezia	91391	89	$917	$1,745	$2,561	$3,525	59.74	98.78
110	Lamezia Terme	70714	83	$961	$1,657	$1,922	$3,440	157.75	106.15
111	Latina	127395	77	$916	$1,520	$1,943	$3,133	62.74	119.25
112	Lecce	94773	78	$789	$1,585	$2,328	$3,458	29.42	142.24
113	Lecco	45501	82	$943	$1,658	$2,286	$3,266	26.5	93.94
114	Leggiuno	3500	92	$1,042	$1,811	$2,515	$3,831	160.65	71.59
115	Legnano	60000	94	$1,009	$1,861	$2,678	$3,935	30.94	269.96
116	Levanto	5400	92	$1,083	$1,848	$2,889	$3,806	197.7	102.92
117	Lipari	12675	86	$792	$1,711	$2,357	$3,510	166.2	84.51
118	Livigno	6700	102	$1,020	$2,016	$2,825	$4,075	122.99	38.42
119	Livorno	159219	89	$927	$1,790	$2,022	$3,542	191.05	111.64
120	Lizzano	10125	85	$843	$1,707	$2,361	$3,496	111.59	125.29
121	Lodi	40805	82	$921	$1,655	$2,140	$3,591	159.62	191.39
122	Lucca	89046	94	$1,098	$1,864	$2,449	$3,580	21.27	81.27
123	Macerata	42473	72	$884	$1,435	$2,102	$3,193	185.98	107.74
124	Magenta	22839	98	$1,257	$1,977	$2,475	$4,074	274.49	77.6
125	Manfredonia	57279	86	$994	$1,701	$2,641	$3,509	265.44	118.27
126	Mantova	47790	92	$1,069	$1,844	$2,709	$3,640	14.71	86.32
127	Massa	69479	87	$1,066	$1,730	$2,164	$3,624	158.53	145.54
128	Matera	59607	75	$948	$1,510	$2,505	$3,088	59.49	264.64
129	Melito di Porto Salvo	11355	85	$920	$1,665	$2,472	$3,422	35.53	80.27
130	Messina	217734	73	$861	$1,479	$1,818	$3,155	144.81	240.59
131	Mestre	87377	98	$999	$1,994	$2,855	$4,146	358.33	223.4
132	Milan	1394798	125	$1,155	$2,517	$2,947	$5,121	281.68	407.42
133	Mirano	27045	98	$1,140	$1,974	$2,842	$3,824	59.8	100.79
134	Modena	184973	101	$1,071	$2,006	$2,765	$4,263	134.88	184.46
135	Montalto Dora	3300	82	$902	$1,669	$2,390	$3,477	308.98	80.68
136	Monte Argentario	12660	96	$1,241	$1,919	$3,001	$3,979	129.52	106.95
137	Montecatini Terme	20409	92	$1,127	$1,817	$2,520	$3,548	111.76	73
138	Montegalda	3300	87	$1,057	$1,776	$2,092	$3,568	70.74	129.57
139	Monticchiello	200	89	$1,010	$1,775	$2,563	$3,761	74.99	85.51
140	Monza	120204	105	$1,163	$2,064	$2,641	$4,381	243.71	275.04
141	Morgex	2100	92	$1,095	$1,845	$2,684	$3,832	82.52	79.32
142	Naples	972212	94	$962	$1,897	$2,396	$3,807	252.92	336.65
143	Novara	100910	75	$955	$1,500	$2,329	$3,168	23.72	207.8
144	Noventa di Piave	7000	87	$991	$1,744	$2,714	$3,585	87.78	149.18
145	Nuoro	36678	86	$995	$1,738	$2,085	$3,548	176.92	206.81
146	Olbia	56512	87	$960	$1,740	$2,325	$3,211	322.79	88.85
147	Oristano	32156	85	$972	$1,688	$2,635	$3,590	86.78	171.68
148	Ostia	79400	85	$859	$1,720	$2,298	$3,461	112.16	212.24
149	Padova	210401	103	$993	$2,079	$2,572	$4,114	31.86	286.7
150	Palazzo San Gervasio	4600	87	$1,082	$1,716	$2,660	$3,501	89.26	92.71

Italy Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Italy - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Italy offers a nuanced balance. In smaller towns and rural areas, you can enjoy a pleasant pace and lower housing and everyday expenses, a slower rhythm, and easy access to markets and local services. In major cities like Rome, Milan, or festival hotspots, prices rise, especially for short-term rentals and dining near sights. For many, value comes from longer stays in regional hubs with strong transport links, ample coworking spaces, and vibrant neighborhoods. The overall impression is favorable if you curate your base and daily routines thoughtfully. Tip: map a few preferred towns and compare access to transit and groceries before committing.

Daily life hinges on choosing a base that fits your routine. Look for longer leases in university districts or traditional neighborhoods with good transit and kitchens. Italy living cost varies by city and neighborhood, so observe a few options before committing. For housing, start with reputable platforms and local networks, and be ready to negotiate terms. Food options range from fresh markets and affordable trattorie to cooking at home with seasonal produce. Transport works well with trains for intercity trips and bikes or buses for town travel. Coworking spaces and quiet cafés can anchor workdays, while errands flow more smoothly with a reliable local SIM and a weekly shopping rhythm. Tip: Build a weekly budget around transit, markets, and a mix of longer rentals to stay flexible.

Quality of life in Italy blends culture, climate, and pace. Frame your budget with a simple monthly plan: essential housing, meals, transit, and a cushion for one-off costs. Save by cooking at home, shopping at local markets, and choosing neighborhoods with slower traffic and foot access to amenities. Seasonality shapes crowds and prices, so consider shoulder seasons for travel and living and adapt work rhythms around festival periods. Neighborhood fit matters: look for areas with good transit, stable groceries, and a sense of community rather than just tourist appeal. Tip: explore neighborhoods during different times of day to feel the atmosphere before choosing your base.