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Rome, Italy

Cost of living · 2022 · Europe

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,100 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,848 per month
Groceries EUR 339 per month
Transport Pass EUR 32 per month
Utilities EUR 116 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 11 per person

Rent trend in Rome (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Rome (2022)

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Estimated monthly budget in Rome

Based on 2022 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,678
🏠 Rent EUR 1,100
🛒 Groceries EUR 339
🚌 Transport EUR 32
💡 Utilities EUR 116
🍽️ Dining out EUR 92
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,047
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,848
🛒 Groceries EUR 847
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 63
💡 Utilities EUR 151
🍽️ Dining out EUR 137

Cost comparison — cities in Italy (2022)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Rome
Rome EUR 1,100 EUR 339 EUR 32 EUR 116
Florence EUR 968 EUR 330 EUR 48 EUR 114 -12%
Milan EUR 1,452 EUR 356 EUR 35 EUR 128 +32%
Naples EUR 704 EUR 299 EUR 88 EUR 101 -36%
Turin EUR 792 EUR 317 EUR 48 EUR 110 -28%

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Rome in 2022?

In 2022, a single person living in Rome needs approximately EUR 1,678/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,047/month. Rome is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Rome in 2022?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Rome costs approximately EUR 1,100/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,848/month.

How much do groceries cost in Rome?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Rome are approximately EUR 339 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Rome?

A monthly public transport pass in Rome costs EUR 32 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Rome?

Monthly utility costs in Rome average EUR 116 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Rome expensive to live in?

Rome is located in Italy (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,100/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,678/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Rome?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Rome costs approximately EUR 11 in 2022. Budget around EUR 92/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Rome changed over time?

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.

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

To live comfortably in Rome in 2022, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,678/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,100), groceries (EUR 339), transport (EUR 32), utilities (EUR 116) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,047/month.

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