Italy
Cost of Living in Bologna
Monthly Total
$2,536
$44,380
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$994
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$51
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$994
$17,395
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$247
$4,323
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$188
$3,290
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$239
$4,183
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$177
$3,098
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$25
$438
Monthly Total
$2,536
$44,380
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