Rome, Italy

In 2026, a single person living in Rome needs approximately EUR 2,000/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,630/month. Rome is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Rome costs approximately EUR 1,311/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,202/month. Rent has changed +2% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Rome are approximately EUR 404 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Rome costs EUR 38 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Rome average EUR 138 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Rome is located in Italy (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,311/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,000/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Rome costs approximately EUR 14 in 2026. Budget around EUR 109/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Rome from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.2% over this period (from EUR 1,100 in 2022 to EUR 1,311 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Rome in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,000/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,311), groceries (EUR 404), transport (EUR 38), utilities (EUR 138) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,630/month.