{"id":22437,"date":"2026-05-08T00:46:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T16:46:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=22437"},"modified":"2026-05-08T03:16:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T19:16:17","slug":"cost-of-living-in-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-italy.html","title":{"rendered":"The Cost of Living in Italy in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The estimated monthly costs for a single person in Italy, excluding rent, are approximately EUR \u20ac880 (USD $1,021), but the cost of living in Italy ultimately depends on the city you reside in. Major expat hubs such as Milan and Florence will have a higher cost of living than cities like Naples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose you\u2019re looking to move to some of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-italy.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best cities in Italy. In that case<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, this article will give you a general idea of the cost of living in Italy, from housing costs to the cost of food and groceries, as well as tips on how to budget and save money while living in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/italy-health-insurance-pacific-prime-internationa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Housing Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30353 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky.webp\" alt=\"Image of Lakeside Buildings In Bellagio Overlook Calm Como Waters Beneath A Clear Sky with text overlay of &quot;Housing Costs in Italy&quot;\" width=\"1244\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky.webp 1244w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/lakeside-buildings-in-bellagio-overlook-calm-como-waters-beneath-a-clear-sky-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1244px) 100vw, 1244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Housing and rent will be among your most expensive expenses each month. Renting a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre will set you back approximately EUR \u20ac744 a month. If you are looking to buy an apartment in the city centre, the price per square meter is approximately <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3,690.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Estimated rent per month in Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Apartment<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Rent<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apartment (1 bedroom) in the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac728 (USD $845)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apartment (1 bedroom) outside the centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac569 (USD $660)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac1,273 (USD $1,478)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside the centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac944 (USD $1,095)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Estimated Apartment Cost in Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Apartment<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac3,322 (USD $3,856)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price per square meter to buy an apartment outside of the city centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EUR \u20ac2,075 (USD $2,409)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-30' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Food and Groceries Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost of groceries for food and non-alcoholic drinks in Italy is about EUR \u20ac525 (USD $590) per month. Chains like Coop, Conad, Esselunga, and Carrefour offer a wide range of products, including fresh produce, groceries, and household items.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When eating out in Italy, the average cost for a meal in an inexpensive restaurant is about EUR \u20ac16 (USD $18.5), and a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant will cost around EUR \u20ac70 (USD $81).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Transportation Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average cost for a monthly pass for public transport in Italy ranges from EUR \u20ac30 to EUR \u20ac53 (USD $35 to USD $61). In major hubs such as Rome, Milan, and Florence, the public transport system has extensive coverage, making it easy to get around without a car.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, you can take a taxi to travel around the city. Taxi fares in Italy start at EUR \u20ac5 (USD $5.81) and increase by EUR \u20ac1.50\u00a0 (USD $1.74) every 1km. Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Free Now are also widely available in Italy, and the prices will vary depending on demand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Should I Drive in Italy?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you should drive in Italy depends on where you live\u2014public transport is sufficient in cities like Rome and Milan, while driving is more practical in rural areas with limited connections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost for a liter of gasoline in Italy is approximately EUR \u20ac2.06 (USD $2).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-31' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Utilities and Bills: Managing Monthly Expenses in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic utilities such as electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85-sqm apartment average at EUR \u20ac232 (USD $217). Mobile phone plans with 10 GB+ data will cost approximately EUR \u20ac12.35 (USD $13), and internet plans for homes will cost approximately EUR \u20ac31.60 (USD $30.65).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Healthcare Expenses in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare costs in Italy include free GP visits under the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.protezionecivile.gov.it\/en\/approfondimento\/national-health-service\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, public consultations at around EUR \u20ac36, private specialist visits from EUR \u20ac50\u2013\u20ac200, blood tests from EUR \u20ac20\u2013\u20ac100, and hospital stays in private facilities ranging from EUR \u20ac500\u2013\u20ac1,000 per night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Specialist Consultations Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard public consultations and checkups in Italy cost about EUR \u20ac36 (USD $40), while private specialist visits are more expensive, ranging from EUR \u20ac50 to EUR \u20ac200 (USD $56 to USD $225) per consultation. Treatment costs will vary depending on the severity of the illness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Common Diagnostic Tests Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of common diagnostic tests in Italy can vary based on the region and whether you visit a public or a private facility. Common blood tests can range from EUR \u20ac20 to EUR \u20ac100 (USD $22 to USD $112).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Costs of common diagnostic tests in Italy:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">X-rays: EUR \u20ac50\u2013\u20ac150 (USD $56 to USD 1$68)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MRI Scans: EUR \u20ac300\u2013\u20ac800 (USD $336 to USD $896)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CT Scans: EUR \u20ac200\u2013\u20ac600 (USD $224 to USD $672)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultrasounds: EUR\u00a0 \u20ac50\u2013\u20ac200 (USD $56 to USD $224)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endoscopies: EUR \u20ac300\u2013\u20ac1,000 (USD $336 to USD $1,120)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Hospital Stay Costs in Italy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian residents are generally covered by the SSN, and public hospital stays are typically covered. Private hospitals in Italy can range from EUR \u20ac500 to EUR \u20ac1,000 (USD $56 to USD $1,123) overnight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-32' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why Getting Health Insurance is Important in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting health insurance in Italy is essential for ensuring quicker access to medical services and specialists, which can significantly reduce wait times. It also offers financial protection against the high costs of hospital stays, treatments, and diagnostic tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private insurance allows you to choose your healthcare provider and facilities, giving you more control over your care. Having health insurance provides peace of mind, knowing you can receive necessary medical attention without facing overwhelming expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to standard coverage for general practitioner visits and inpatient care, securing private health insurance also includes preventative services, such as mental health coverage. Maternity benefits are often available as add-ons for expats looking to start a family.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Best Private Insurance Providers for Expats in Italy in 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best private insurance providers for expats in Italy are <\/span><b>April International,<\/b> <b>AXA<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Bupa Global<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Cigna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>NOW Health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These providers offer flexible insurance solutions tailored to the needs of expats in Italy seeking comprehensive medical coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>April International<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/april-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers international health insurance with five tiers of coverage through their <\/span><b>Emergency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Formule<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Essential<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Comfort<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans. Hospitalization for accidents and emergencies, as well as repatriation, are covered on all plans. The annual limits for each plan are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Emergency plan annual limit is about USD $262,744.42 (EUR \u20ac228,030.63)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Formule plan annual limit is about USD $525,488.83 (EUR \u20ac456,061.24)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Essential plan annual limit is about USD $1,050,977.67 (EUR \u20ac912,122.50)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Comfort and Premium plans offer no annual limit\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>AXA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-axa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers five international health insurance plans: <\/span><b>Foundation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Standard<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Comprehensive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Prestige<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Prestige Plus<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Evacuation and repatriation come standard with AXA\u2019s plans, and they offer second medical opinions and virtual doctor services. The annual limits for each plan are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foundation: USD $160,000 (EUR \u20ac138,860)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard: USD $1,600,000 (EUR \u20ac1,388,608)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive: USD $2,400,000 (EUR \u20ac2,082,912)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prestige: USD $3,200,000 (EUR \u20ac2,777,216)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prestige Plus: USD $8,000,000 (EUR \u20ac6,943,040)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-33' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_4.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 4\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cigna<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides international health insurance through their four core plans\u2014<\/span><b>Silver<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Gold<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Platinum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>Close Care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some of the standard benefits for these plans include mental health care, cancer care, and private hospital room coverage. Annual limits for each plan are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About USD $1,000,000 (EUR \u20ac867,880) for the Silver plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About USD $2,000,000 (EUR \u20ac1,735,760) for the Gold plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlimited annual coverage for the Platinum plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About USD $500,000 (EUR \u20ac433,940) for the Close Care plan<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Close Care plan offers coverage only in the expat\u2019s country of residence and country of nationality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>NOW Health<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/now-health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NOW Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers four tiers of coverage through its <\/span><b>WorldCare plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and three tiers of coverage through its <\/span><b>SimpleCare plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the SimpleCare plan, annual limits are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,000,000 (EUR \u20ac867,880) for the SimpleCare Core tier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,500,000 (EUR \u20ac1,301,820) for the SimpleCare 100 tier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $1,500,000 (EUR \u20ac1,301,820) for the SimpleCare 250 tier<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the WorldCare plan, annual limits are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $3,000,000 (EUR \u20ac2,603,640) for the Essential tier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $3,500,000 (EUR \u20ac3,037,580) for the Advance tier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $4,000,000 (EUR \u20ac3,471,520) for the Excel tier<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">USD $4,500,000 (EUR \u20ac3,905,460) for the Apex tier<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-34' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_5.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 5\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is considered a decent salary in Italy?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earning more than EUR \u20ac43,000 in Italy annually is considered a good salary. The living wage for an individual in Italy is approximately EUR \u20ac950 per month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does Italy have good healthcare?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italy\u2019s healthcare consistently ranks among the best in the world. Italian residents benefit from the country\u2019s National Healthcare Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale), which provides healthcare at low cost or free of charge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What are the emergency numbers in Italy?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The emergency number in Italy is 112. The operator will connect you with the most appropriate authority or service depending on your emergency.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How long can I stay in Italy if I own a house there?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stays longer than 90 days require a visa, as property ownership does not grant additional residency rights. Anyone staying more than 90 days within 180 days must obtain the proper visa. Spending over six months in Italy may also make you a tax resident, meaning you could be liable for taxes there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>What is the safest city in Italy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although no city is officially named Italy\u2019s safest for 2026, places such as Oristano, Potenza, Treviso, Trento, Bolzano, Bologna, and Udine are often recognized for their strong quality of life, social stability, and overall livability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a new chapter as an expat in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/italy-health-insurance-pacific-prime-internationa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be both exciting and challenging. Wherever your journey takes you, it is important to have a reliable safety net so you can pursue your career opportunities with peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to do this is to secure a comprehensive<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> international health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> policy. Having the right international plan gives you peace of mind, knowing you have access to quality healthcare services wherever your next challenge takes you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime is a global insurance broker with over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. Our insurance experts can help you filter through different insurance plans from our extensive list of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> insurance partners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you find a plan that suits you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today for impartial advice or an obligation-free<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> quote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re still deciding between where to move in Europe, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/cost-of-living-europe.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cost of living guides for Europe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or our cost of living guide for more specific countries, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-france.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">France<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/cost-of-living-in-united-kingdom.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the UK<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The estimated monthly costs for a single person in Italy, excluding rent, are approximately EUR \u20ac880 (USD $1,021), but the cost of living in Italy ultimately depends on the city you reside in. 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