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Taranto, Italy
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,280
Retiree Score
58.0
Safety Index
41.5
Healthcare
10 facilities

Taranto may be a historic city, but its gritty reality is hard to overlook. With a population of 236,400 as of 2025, this southern Italian municipality has faced a severe financial crisis, declaring bankruptcy in 2006. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache - the city's former mayor was even jailed for corruption related to a waste management contract. Pollution from the massive ILVA steel plant also casts a dark cloud, with the area producing a staggering 92% of Italy's dioxin emissions. While Taranto has its charms, its environmental and economic woes make it a tough sell for all but the most determined expats.

Can I afford Taranto?

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Taranto

You could save

1,720/mo

Savings Rate57%

Monthly Costs

Rent $520
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$760

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
57/100
Retiree Score
(i)
58/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
55/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Italy Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
42
Safety
10
Healthcare
100
Walkability
35
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $5
Rice (1kg) *$3
Chicken (1kg) *$13

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $93
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $226
Mobile Plan (mo) $10
Gym (mo) *$64
Cinema Ticket $8

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $416
1BR Outside (mo) *$529
3BR Center (mo) $784
3BR Outside (mo) *$873

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
Very Few
Top Neighborhoods
Borgo Antico
Best For
maritime workers

Expat Life Notes

An industrial port with a gritty vibe; the expat scene is almost purely shipping and industry related.

Pros

  • ✓ Sea views
  • ✓ Low costs for Italy
  • ✓ Strong industry jobs

Cons

  • ✗ Industrial pollution concerns
  • ✗ Limited English spoken
  • ✗ Security awareness needed

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
8°C°C - 32°C°C
Annual Rainfall
581 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Oct, Nov

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Taranto

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Taranto has a population of approximately 236,400 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,300 per month in Taranto, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $520/month.

The nearest airport to Taranto is BDS, approximately 63km away.

Taranto is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 41.5. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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