🏙️Italy
Rome
Rome offers unmatched history and culture — excellent food, rich heritage, but higher costs and tourist crowds.
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Population
2.8 million
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Highlight
Capital with 3,000 years of history
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Country
Italy
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Air Quality
50 (Moderate)
The eternal city combining ancient history with modern Italian lifestyle
Quick stats
Cost Index
72/100
Rent (1BR center)
€1,200–2,000/month
Median Salary
€2,800–3,800 gross
Internet
100–300 Mbps
Safety
Generally safe; watch for pickpockets
Transport
Metro, bus, tram; €35 monthly pass
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
Centro StoricoTrastevereMontiTestaccioPratiParioliSan LorenzoGarbatellaEUR
Key Sectors
Tourism & HospitalityPublic AdministrationFinance & BankingMedia & Communications
✓ Advantages
- •Incredible historical sites and museums
- •Vibrant food scene and authentic cuisine
- •Strong international business presence
- •Excellent public transportation
- •Central location for European travel
! Considerations
- •Higher cost of living than southern Italy
- •Can be crowded with tourists
- •Summer heat can be intense
- •Bureaucracy can be challenging
Rome FAQs
Best areas for expat families?
Prati, Parioli, and EUR are popular for families due to good schools, parks, and family-friendly amenities.
How important is Italian?
Italian is essential for most jobs and daily life. English works in international companies and tourist areas.
Dealing with bureaucracy?
Patience required. Bring documents in Italian, arrive early, and consider using a commercialista for complex procedures.
Best time to avoid crowds?
Early mornings, late afternoons, and winter months have fewer tourists. Residential areas are always quieter.
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