Bologna
Italy, Europe
0.4M people
Europe/Rome
Italian
City break
History & Culture
Bologna
Bologna is a historic city in northern Italy, known for its porticoes, medieval towers, and vibrant student population.
Food & Drink
Student City
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
92
Medical
Excellent
25°
L: 10°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
600mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
70
Rent Index
Expensive
75
Groceries
Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
80
Excellent
Excellent80
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 95/100
Entertainment
80/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$3K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
72
out of 100
Good72
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
78
out of 100
Good78
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
38h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
92
Excellent
Excellent92
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
68
Moderate
Bad68
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
45
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
83
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent98
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability90/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
92
Health Index
LIFESPAN
83
Years
HOSPITALS
45
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$35
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
85
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
90
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
55
Fair
Nearby Airports
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
45 Index
Poor45
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$35
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
82
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Bologna
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
92
Excellent92
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
95
Excellent95
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
80
Excellent80
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
85
Excellent85
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
78
Good78
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance85/100
Avg Salary
$2,500
Work Hours/Week
38h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Schengen Visa for non-EU citizens
Business Freedom78/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease78/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
Italian
Tipping Culture
Optional, around 10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many markets and events.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Rome
Languages
Italian
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Optional, around 10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, with many markets and events.
Best Time to Visit
April
May
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Schengen Visa for non-EU citizens
Key Statistics
0.4M
Population
78
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
85
Transport
$3K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Bologna
Nearby location
Airports
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Nearby location
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