Italy
La Dolce Vita, Every Day
Overview
A Mediterranean treasure trove of Renaissance art, ancient Roman ruins, unmatched cuisine, and la dolce vita, from the canals of Venice to the Amalfi Coast.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southern Europe
Land Area
301,336 km²
Capital
Rome
Languages
Italian
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
73
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
52
Freedom
87
Security
81
Life Expectancy
82.2 yrs
Median Age
47.5 yrs
Urbanization
72%
Cost Index
66
Housing Index
47
Healthcare Access
57/100
Climate
Average Temperature
13.1°C
Average AQI
39
Most Temperate Cities
1 Isola del Giglio 17.6°C
2 Sferracavallo 17.5°C
3 Marina di Pisa-Tirrenia-Calambrone 17.1°C
4 Codaruina 17.1°C
5 Montopoli 15.6°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Coniolo Bricco 2 AQI
2 Provincia di Asti 2 AQI
3 Moransengo 3 AQI
4 Brignano 7 AQI
5 Carezzano Maggiore 7 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 66
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 47
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 3.90%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 43.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 28/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 5/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 161 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 141
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.61% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 118 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 18/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025