Bologna

🇮🇹Italy•Southern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living68

Safety79

Healthcare82

Career Opportunities69

Climate76

Transport79

Air Quality80.5

Family Friendliness81.67

Education77

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Bologna a good place to live?

Bologna scores 76/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 68/100), very safe (safety: 79/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 82/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Bologna?

Bologna has a cost of living score of 68/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Bologna?

Bologna has a transport score of 79/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Bologna?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Bologna are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Bologna safe for expats?

Bologna has a safety score of 79/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 80.5/100.

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