Italy

Cost of Living in Italy

Living in Italy is quite expensive, with the country being ranked as the 28th in the cost of living index of countries around the world. However, you can manage your budget by planning ahead on the city you will consider to live in. The northern cities in Italy are the most expensive ones, while the ones at the center and southern part are relatively cheaper. Still, Italy is a wonderful place for expats. In comparison to other European countries and the US, your future cost of living may be lower in the country.

To give you an idea about prices in Italy, please check the table below and this link for prices updated in real-time.

 

Item

Rome

(In US $)

Milan

(In US $)

Naples

(In US $)

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

17.83

17.83

11.88

Meal for 2, Mid-Range

71.30

83.19

59.42

Imported Beer

5.35

5.94

3.57

Cappuccino, regular

1.53

1.90

1.49

Coke, Pepsi

2.34

3.02

1.63

Water

1.28

1.54

0.97

Milk

1.64

1.49

1.45

Loaf of White Bread

2.15

2.21

1.51

(1 lb) Chicken Fillet

10.30

11.54

9.48

A dozen of eggs

4.48

3.59

2.59

(1 lb) Beef

18.48

20.60

17.53

(1 lb) Banana

2.08

2.38

2.00

(1 lb) Local Cheese

15.41

16.59

15.75

Source: numbeo.com