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London vs Rome

Rome runs about 43% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 1,737 USD a month.

Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, and Westminster Bridge as seen from the south bank of the River Thames.
London
$4,050/month · United Kingdom
Terry Ott from Washington, DC Metro Area, United States of America · CC BY 2.0
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Rome
$2,314/month · Italy
ildirettore · CC BY 3.0
London monthly
$4,050
Index 63 (NYC = 100)
Rome monthly
$2,314
Index 36 (NYC = 100)
Difference
-43%
Rome relative to London
Rent gap
$1,350
London costs more for a central 1-bed
By category

Where the gap actually is

LondonRome
  • Housing
    Housing: London $2,600, Rome $1,250. Cheaper in Rome.
  • Food
    Food: London $617, Rome $572. Cheaper in Rome.
  • Transport
    Transport: London $282, Rome $85. Cheaper in Rome.
  • Utilities
    Utilities: London $267, Rome $170. Cheaper in Rome.
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare: London $8.03, Rome $32. Cheaper in London.
  • Lifestyle
    Lifestyle: London $169, Rome $126. Cheaper in Rome.
  • Other
    Other: London $107, Rome $79. Cheaper in Rome.
Each row is one category priced in both cities for the same household. The bar is the gap; exact figures are in the table below.
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Full comparison

MetricLondonRome
Cost
Total monthly cost4,050 USD2,314 USD✓
Cost index (New York = 100)6336✓
Housing2,600 USD1,250 USD✓
Utilities267 USD170 USD✓
Food617 USD572 USD✓
Transport282 USD85 USD✓
Healthcare8 USD✓32 USD
Lifestyle169 USD126 USD✓
Income & tax
Take-home on 100,000 USD/yr5,953 USD✓4,505 USD
Effective tax + social rate28.6%✓45.9%
Left over each month1,902 USD2,191 USD✓
Average local net salary3,600 USD✓1,750 USD
Housing
1-bed rent, city centre2,600 USD1,250 USD✓
3-bed rent, city centre5,200 USD2,300 USD✓
Buy price per m², centre15,000 USD6,800 USD✓
Quality of life
Safety66/100✓64/100
Healthcare84/100✓80/100
Air quality60/100✓58/100
Public transport92/100✓66/100
Walkability90/100✓84/100
English proficiency100/100✓44/100
Nightlife94/100✓84/100
Family friendliness72/10074/100✓
Median broadband90 Mbps110 Mbps✓
Climate
Average temperature12°C✓16°C
Summer high23°C✓31°C
Winter low3°C4°C✓
Sunshine hours per year1,480 h2,470 h✓
Annual rainfall600 mm✓800 mm
Practicalities
Remote-work visaNoYes✓
Beach access90 min45 min✓
CurrencyGBPEUR
Time zoneEurope/LondonEurope/Rome

Rome runs about 43% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 1,737 USD a month.

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FAQ

Frequently asked

Is London or Rome cheaper?

Rome runs about 43% cheaper than London for this household, a difference of 1,737 USD a month.

What salary do you need in Rome compared with London?

On a $100,000 gross salary you would take home $5,953 a month in London and $4,505 in Rome, before local costs. Use the salary converter for an exact equivalent.

Which has better quality of life, London or Rome?

London scores 66/100 on safety and 84/100 on healthcare; Rome scores 64 and 80. London averages 12°C against 16°C in Rome.