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Venice, Italy
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,550
Retiree Score
76.0
Safety Index
58.4
Healthcare
19 facilities

With a population of just 250,369, Venice is a crowded, sinking city struggling with incessant bureaucracy and climate threats. The lagoon's complex waterways and bridges make daily life a logistical headache, while frequent floods threaten the city's historic architecture. Only the wealthy and adventurous need apply - Venice is no place for the faint of heart.

Can I afford Venice?

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Venice

You could save

450/mo

Savings Rate15%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,450
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,100

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
15/100
Retiree Score
(i)
76/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
55/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Italy Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
58
Safety
19
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

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

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$23
Meal (Mid-range) $102
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $281
Mobile Plan (mo) $11
Gym (mo) *$94
Cinema Ticket $12

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $1,160
1BR Outside (mo) *$529
3BR Center (mo) $2,160
3BR Outside (mo) *$873

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Common in Tourist Areas
Expat Community
Medium
Top Neighborhoods
Cannaregio, Castello, Giudecca
Best For
creatives, retirees

Expat Life Notes

Venice offers a unique car-free lifestyle but faces extreme logistical challenges and tourism pressures.

Pros

  • ✓ Breathtaking beauty
  • ✓ Completely walkable/boatable
  • ✓ Rich cultural social scene

Cons

  • ✗ Extremely high cost of basic goods
  • ✗ Mass tourism issues
  • ✗ Logistical difficulty of daily chores

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
7°C°C - 29°C°C
Annual Rainfall
974 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Venice

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Venice has a population of approximately 250,369 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,625 per month in Venice, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1450/month.

The nearest airport to Venice is VCE, approximately 8km away.

Venice is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 58.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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