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Researched Updated Oct 26, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About scores

Scores run from 0 to 10, where 10 is best for a remote worker and 5 is an average city.

Cost & Affordability

7 factors · average 6.5
Cost of Living 6.8 Weight 150

The researched monthly budget is below Perugia and Ferrara, with good small-town value by Italian standards. 7

Evidence

Local cost research totals $1,745.29 monthly; September 2026 asking rent is €6.71/m².

Accommodation Cost 6.8 Weight 80

Monthly housing is cheaper than the comparison cities in Italy; furnished visitor stays cost more than ordinary leases. 7

Evidence

Cost research budgets $651.03 for monthly nomad housing; September asking rents: €6.71/m² citywide, €7.17/m² historic centre.

Food & Groceries 5.8 Weight 40

Provisional food & groceries assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Transportation Cost 6.7 Weight 20

Urban buses are affordable, though taxis and regional trips add to the budget. 3

Evidence

Busitalia lists a €1.30 single ticket, €12 weekly pass and €40 ordinary monthly pass.

Entertainment Cost 5.8 Weight 15

Provisional entertainment cost assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Gym Membership Cost 4.2 Weight 10

A short stay gym pass is relatively expensive; longer memberships offer better value. 1

Evidence

Unique lists gym Base at €80 for one month, €480 annually, plus €30 registration and €10 badge.

Currency Stability 9.2 Weight 30

Provisional currency stability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Digital Nomad Essentials

6 factors · average 5.0
Internet Speed 7.3 Weight 100

Provisional internet speed assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Coworking Spaces Availability 3.1 Weight 40

A small dedicated workspace is verified; a broad choice of coworking operators is not established. 2

Evidence

Coworking Spoleto describes six desks within about 80 m².

Cafes with WiFi 5.4 Weight 30

Provisional cafes with wifi assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes 4.0 Weight 30

Provisional digital nomad friendly cafes assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.5 Weight 100

Provisional digital nomad popularity assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Local SIM Card Availability 7.6 Weight 25

National prepaid options are accessible with identification; individual Spoleto shop stock was not checked. 16 18

Low confidence
Evidence

TOP 230 lists €9.99 SIM activation; the Italy guide requires identification for a SIM purchase.

Quality of Life

6 factors · average 7.1
Work-Life Balance 7.8 Weight 30

Compact surroundings, cultural activities and nearby woodland support a relaxed base. 14 5

Low confidence
Evidence

The travel guide describes a summer vacation destination; the municipality documents 450 hectares at Monteluco.

Environmental Quality 8.1 Weight 15

Provisional environmental quality assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Cleanliness 7.5 Weight 10

Provisional cleanliness assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Language Barrier 4.1 Weight 30

Provisional language barrier assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Air Quality 8.1 Weight 15

Provisional air quality assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Family Friendly 7.3 Weight 25

Provisional family friendly assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Healthcare

3 factors · average 7.2
Healthcare Quality 7.2 Weight 20

A local hospital provides emergency care. This assessment concerns available services, with comparative clinical outcomes still unverified. 4

Low confidence
Evidence

Regional health notice dated 20 March 2025 reports expanded triage space, a dedicated code-rosa patient room and an emergency-staff training room at San Matteo degli Infermi.

Healthcare Affordability 7.2 Weight 25

Provisional healthcare affordability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Healthcare 7.2 Weight 20

Hospital care is available locally; access and charges depend on insurance and eligibility. 4 23

Low confidence
Evidence

The regional health service reports refurbished emergency facilities at San Matteo in March 2025; FCDO describes necessary state care through eligible EHIC or GHIC coverage.

Climate & Environment

6 factors · average 6.4
Weather 7.7 Weight 80

Provisional weather assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Natural Disaster Risk 3.8 Weight 10

High seismic hazard warrants careful accommodation selection and emergency planning. This is not a low-risk location. 13 8

Evidence

Spoleto is classified in seismic zone 1, the highest hazard category; FCDO also warns of Italian wildfires and winter flooding.

Green Spaces 7.5 Weight 10

Monteluco provides substantial nearby woodland; this does not establish greenery on every central street. 5

Evidence

The municipality gives Monteluco an area of 450 hectares and describes ancient holm-oak forest.

Air Conditioning 5.7 Weight 15

Provisional air conditioning assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Seasonal Variety 6.7 Weight 10

Provisional seasonal variety assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Noise Pollution 7.1 Weight 10

Provisional noise pollution assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Culture & Entertainment

6 factors · average 6.3
Culture 8.1 Weight 20

The international festival supports strong cultural life for a city of this size. 6

Evidence

The 2026 programme includes opera on 26 June, an orchestral concert on 3 July and a finale on 12 July.

Nightlife 4.2 Weight 15

Provisional nightlife assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Outdoors & Nature 7.8 Weight 15

Nearby woods and the former railway offer varied walking and cycling, with route closures to check. 5 22

Evidence

Monteluco covers 450 hectares; the 51 km Spoleto–Norcia greenway is not entirely accessible.

Language Learning Opportunities 5.4 Weight 10

Provisional language learning opportunities assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Local Experiences & Tours 7.5 Weight 10

Local heritage visits are available, although a year-round tour inventory was not checked. 19

Low confidence
Evidence

The 18 March 2026 municipal notice offers roughly 30-minute guided Monteluco visits on 22 March without booking.

Indoors Fun 4.9 Weight 10

Provisional indoors fun assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Food & Fitness

4 factors · average 6.0
Food Scene 7.5 Weight 25

Umbrian pasta, truffles and regional dishes are well represented; international variety remains unverified. 15

Low confidence
Evidence

The Mercato menu lists stringozzi alla spoletina, truffle fondue and wild boar with Sagrantino.

Yoga Studios 4.0 Weight 10

Provisional yoga studios assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Fitness Facilities 6.0 Weight 15

A substantial equipped gym and pool provide more than basic small-town fitness options; the wider choice remains limited by evidence. 21 1

Evidence

Unique describes a 600 m² Panatta-equipped weights room; its tariff includes gym-and-pool access.

Healthy Food Options 6.3 Weight 15

Vegetarian dishes and vegetables are available at a central restaurant; specialist citywide choice is not established. 15

Low confidence
Evidence

The Mercato menu lists lentil soup, cooked vegetables and salad, and explicitly offers vegetarian dishes.

Work Environment

5 factors · average 4.8
Time Zone Favorability 8.0 Weight 20

Provisional time zone favorability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Networking Opportunities 3.0 Weight 25

A small professional workspace offers informal contacts; a regular public networking calendar was not verified. 2

Low confidence
Evidence

The coworking operator describes professionals meeting and exchanging ideas during coffee breaks.

Remote Job Opportunities 3.5 Weight 20

Provisional remote job opportunities assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Freelance Ecosystem 3.4 Weight 20

Provisional freelance ecosystem assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Coworking Quality 6.0 Weight 30

A dedicated meeting room and fibre connection offer a credible work setup. Independent performance and ergonomic checks are still missing. 2

Evidence

The operator includes fibre Wi-Fi, utilities and cleaning, and a separate meeting room for calls.

Business & Economy

3 factors · average 4.4
Startup Scene 3.1 Weight 15

Provisional startup scene assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Local Payment Services 7.1 Weight 10

Cards and contactless payments use the national system; carry cash for smaller merchants. Local acceptance was not surveyed. 17 18

Low confidence
Evidence

Bank of Italy guidance dated 11 September 2026 describes contactless card and phone payments up to €50 without PIN in eligible cases.

Blockchain & Crypto Adoption 3.0 Weight 15

Provisional blockchain & crypto adoption assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Transportation

7 factors · average 4.5
Airport Connectivity 4.2 Weight 30

Provisional airport connectivity assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Public Transit 4.2 Weight 20

Provisional public transit assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Walkability 7.3 Weight 20

The small centre is practical on foot; walking comfort on slopes was not independently audited. 14

Evidence

Wikivoyage says Spoleto is small in area and visitors are best off walking.

Ride-sharing Services 2.4 Weight 15

Provisional ride-sharing services assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Cycling 4.3 Weight 10

Leisure cycling routes are an asset, but they do not establish a connected urban commuting network. 22

Low confidence
Evidence

The municipal greenway page gives 51 km and a 4.5 percent maximum gradient; it says the urban section is closed.

Intercity Travel Options 5.9 Weight 15

Direct rail to Rome provides useful regional access; current frequencies and other direct destinations need checking. 14

Low confidence
Evidence

The Spoleto guide confirms a railway station with direct connections to Rome and bus services.

Scooter/Bike Rental Availability 3.2 Weight 10

Provisional scooter/bike rental availability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Connectivity

4 factors · average 7.3
Mobile Network Coverage 7.8 Weight 20

Provisional mobile network coverage assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
VPN Reliability 8.5 Weight 20

Provisional vpn reliability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Power Grid Reliability 8.5 Weight 15

Provisional power grid reliability assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Public WiFi Availability 4.4 Weight 10

Free Wi-Fi is confirmed at the tourist office on Piazza della Libertà; broader hotspot coverage and performance remain unverified. 24

Low confidence
Evidence

Municipal tourist-office page updated 14 September 2026 lists a lounge with free Wi-Fi at Piazza della Libertà 7, open daily 09:00–13:30 and 14:30–18:00.

Digital Nomad Community

3 factors · average 3.1
Nomad Friendly 4.7 Weight 50

Provisional nomad friendly assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Nomad Events & Meetups 2.1 Weight 25

Provisional nomad events & meetups assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Online Community Presence 2.4 Weight 20

Provisional online community presence assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

Safety & Tolerance

3 factors · average 7.8
Safety 8.5 Weight 100

The existing high safety assessment is retained provisionally using national advice. Spoleto-specific crime rates remain unverified. 8

Low confidence
Evidence

FCDO describes Italian crime levels as generally low, with pickpocketing and bag-snatching at tourist sites.

Female Friendly 7.9 Weight 50

Provisional female friendly assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence
Racial Tolerance 7.1 Weight 50

Provisional racial tolerance assessment retained from the earlier estimate; current city-level evidence was not verified in this light review.

Low confidence

About these scores

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 26, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

Compared with Perugia, Ascoli Piceno, Ferrara, Rome, Milan, Hanoi, Berlin, Zurich

  1. Unique Fitness membership pricesOfficial
  2. Coworking Spoleto workspace and communityOfficial
  3. Busitalia Spoleto urban faresOfficial
  4. Umbria regional health service on Spoleto emergency department refurbishmentOfficial
  5. Municipality of Spoleto Monteluco nature areaOfficial
  6. Festival dei Due Mondi 2026 programmeOfficial
  7. Spoleto rental asking prices September 2026Listings
  8. FCDO Italy safety and natural hazardsOfficial
  9. FCDO Italy entry requirementsOfficial
  10. Italian consulate digital nomad and remote worker visaOfficial
  11. PwC Italy personal income taxesProfessional
  12. RSF Italy World Press Freedom Index 2026Index
  13. Spoleto seismic zone and regional classificationSecondary
  14. Wikivoyage Spoleto transport and town characterSecondary
  15. Ristorante del Mercato menu in SpoletoOfficial
  16. iliad TOP 230 prepaid offerOfficial
  17. Bank of Italy contactless payment guidance September 2026Official
  18. Wikivoyage Italy SIM identification and cash useSecondary
  19. Spoleto municipal spring heritage event March 2026Official
  20. Umbria DigiPASS Spoleto facilities and hoursOfficial
  21. Unique Fitness Spoleto weights roomOfficial
  22. Municipal Spoleto Norcia walking and cycling greenwayOfficial
  23. FCDO Italy visitor healthcare accessOfficial
  24. Spoleto tourist office free Wi-Fi and public opening hoursOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Accommodation cost 5.4 6.8
    • Cost of living 5.5 6.8
    • Coworking quality 3.3 6
    • Digital nomad visa availability 4.8 8
    • Fitness facilities 4.8 6
    6 more changes
    • Freedom of speech 8.3 6.5
    • Gym membership cost 5.7 4.2
    • Natural disaster risk 6.2 3.8
    • Political stability 7.1 6.3
    • Tax friendliness 3.5 4.8
    • Visa ease 5.9 6.8

    Culture evidence now links directly to the festival programme; existing score retained after checking June and July 2026 performances Source

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