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Paola, Malta

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,515
Retiree Score
72.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
33 facilities

With just 9,929 residents, Paola is a crowded commercial center in southern Malta, home to the country's largest church and sole mosque. While the town boasts historic sites like the UNESCO-listed Hypogeum, the reality is a persistent bureaucratic headache - the local prison and cemetery are also situated here. Paola may appeal to those seeking an authentic Maltese experience, but the lack of greenery and abundance of government facilities make it a tough sell for many expats.

Can I afford Paola?

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Paola

You could save

1,485/mo

Savings Rate49%

Monthly Costs

Rent (Malta Average Adjusted)$712
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$803

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
49/100
Retiree Score
(i)
72/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Malta Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
33
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $4
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$17
Meal (Mid-range) $103
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $110
Mobile Plan (mo) $28
Gym (mo) *$24
Cinema Ticket $10

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) *$475
1BR Outside (mo) *$390
3BR Center (mo) *$801
3BR Outside (mo) *$632

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Town center
Best For
budget seekers, history buffs

Expat Life Notes

A commercial hub in southern Malta, famous for the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum. Very traditional.

Pros

  • ✓ Authentic Maltese life
  • ✓ Affordable
  • ✓ Central transport hub

Cons

  • ✗ Noisy and industrial in parts
  • ✗ Densely populated
  • ✗ Busy traffic

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
339 mm
Coworking Spaces
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Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Nov

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paola

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Paola has a population of approximately 9,929 people.

The nearest airport to Paola is MLA, approximately 3km away.

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