💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Rome is relatively expensive compared to many cities, especially for dining and entertainment, but cheaper than other Western European capitals like London or Paris.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, particularly in central areas popular with expats and tourists.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Groceries are moderately priced; eating out can be expensive in tourist-heavy zones but affordable in local neighborhoods.
🚌 Transportation Cost
64%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with monthly passes; taxis and ride-shares are pricier.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Cultural events and nightlife can be pricey, especially in central Rome.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Mid-range gym memberships are available; boutique studios tend to be more expensive.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good fiber-optic coverage in most areas; average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
76%
Weight: 40
Several well-established coworking spaces in central Rome catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though speeds can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in other European cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Rome is moderately popular among digital nomads, more for culture than coworking infrastructure.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
71%
Weight: 30
Italian lifestyle emphasizes balance; slower pace and long lunch breaks.
🌳 Environmental Quality
53%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is an issue, but parks and green spaces help.
🧼 Cleanliness
42%
Weight: 10
City struggles with waste management and street cleanliness in some areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
56%
Weight: 30
English is moderately spoken, especially among younger people and in tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
48%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be high, especially in summer and winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
63%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, but urban environment can be challenging.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
81%
Weight: 20
Italy has a strong public healthcare system with good hospitals in Rome.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
87%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private care is more expensive but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
84%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare services are reliable and accessible.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; generally sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and floods, but occasional heatwaves.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Several large parks and gardens, though green space per capita is moderate.
❄️ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common but not universal, especially in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
67%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters, some variability.
🔊 Noise Pollution
47%
Weight: 10
High noise levels in central areas due to traffic and nightlife.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
96%
Weight: 20
Rich historical and cultural heritage with museums, art, and architecture.
🌃 Nightlife
72%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, especially in Trastevere and Testaccio.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
59%
Weight: 15
Urban setting limits nature access, but nearby countryside and coast are reachable.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
74%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and informal opportunities to learn Italian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
91%
Weight: 10
Abundant tours, cultural experiences, and historical sites.
🎳 Indoors Fun
78%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and galleries provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
93%
Weight: 25
World-renowned Italian cuisine with diverse dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as numerous as in larger metro areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce markets and healthy dining options are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Active expat and startup communities provide networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
52%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but less developed than in Northern Europe.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but smaller compared to Milan or Berlin.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of cards and mobile payments, though cash is still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Two major airports with good connections to Europe and international destinations.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Metro, buses, and trams cover the city but can be crowded and sometimes unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Historic center is very walkable with many pedestrian zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
62%
Weight: 15
Uber operates with restrictions; local apps and taxis are widely used.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure and traffic safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to other Italian cities and Europe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals are available but limited in coverage.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
86%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas but not widespread or always reliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
41%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
38%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex bureaucracy for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable democracy but occasional political turbulence.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
49%
Weight: 15
Bureaucratic and time-consuming, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Italy as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
57%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure and visa options.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
54%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but not as frequent or large-scale.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Active online groups but smaller than in other European hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
72%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, though petty crime like pickpocketing is common in tourist areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women, but some caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but improving.