Italy
Cost of Living in Rome
Monthly Total
$2,515
$44,013
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,070
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$48
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
$1,070
$18,725
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$222
$3,885
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$167
$2,923
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$420
$7,350
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$237
$4,148
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$169
$2,958
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$27
$473
Monthly Total
$2,515
$44,013
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