Rome

🇮🇹Italy•Southern Europe

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living73

Safety78

Healthcare84

Career Opportunities71

Climate78

Transport82

Air Quality78.5

Family Friendliness80.67

Education78

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 Rome a good place to live?

Rome scores 78/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 73/100), very safe (safety: 78/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 84/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Rome?

Rome has a cost of living score of 73/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Rome?

Rome has a transport score of 82/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Rome?

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

▸Is Rome safe for expats?

Rome has a safety score of 78/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 78.5/100.

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