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Milan, Italy

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,650 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,900 per month
Groceries EUR 405 per month
Transport Pass EUR 40 per month
Utilities EUR 145 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 16 per person

Rent trend in Milan (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Milan (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Milan

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 2,368
🏠 Rent EUR 1,650
🛒 Groceries EUR 405
🚌 Transport EUR 40
💡 Utilities EUR 145
🍽️ Dining out EUR 128
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 4,373
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,900
🛒 Groceries EUR 1,013
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 80
💡 Utilities EUR 189
🍽️ Dining out EUR 192

Cost comparison — cities in Italy (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Milan
Milan EUR 1,650 EUR 405 EUR 40 EUR 145
Florence EUR 1,100 EUR 375 EUR 55 EUR 130 -33.3%
Naples EUR 800 EUR 340 EUR 100 EUR 115 -51.5%
Rome EUR 1,250 EUR 385 EUR 36 EUR 132 -24.2%
Turin EUR 900 EUR 360 EUR 55 EUR 125 -45.5%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Milan in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Milan needs approximately EUR 2,368/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,373/month. Milan is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Milan in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Milan costs approximately EUR 1,650/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,900/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Milan?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Milan are approximately EUR 405 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Milan?

A monthly public transport pass in Milan costs EUR 40 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Milan?

Monthly utility costs in Milan average EUR 145 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Milan expensive to live in?

Milan is located in Italy (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,650/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,368/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Milan?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Milan costs approximately EUR 16 in 2024. Budget around EUR 128/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Milan changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Milan from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.2% over this period (from EUR 1,452 in 2022 to EUR 1,730 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Milan?

To live comfortably in Milan in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,368/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,650), groceries (EUR 405), transport (EUR 40), utilities (EUR 145) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,373/month.

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