City Comparison
Florence vs Rome
Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Florence is ~7% cheaper overall
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · Reviewed April 2026
Florence
Italy
COL+Rent
45.3
Rent Index
29.4
Groceries
54.8
Restaurant
51.5
Rome
Italy
COL+Rent
48.6
Rent Index
32.2
Groceries
58
Restaurant
55.1
Monthly Cost Comparison
| Category | Florence | Rome | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City) | $1,302 | $1,426 | $124 |
| Rent (1BR Outside) | $914 | $1,000 | $86 |
| Groceries | $311 | $329 | $18 |
| Restaurant Meal | $17 | $18 | $1 |
| Transit Pass | $35 | $37 | $2 |
| Utilities | $199 | $211 | $12 |
Monthly Budget Comparison
| Lifestyle | Florence | Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Minimal | $1,434/mo | $1,550/mo |
| Typical | $2,102/mo | $2,273/mo |
| Comfortable | $2,615/mo | $2,823/mo |
Purchasing Power Equivalence
| Budget in Florence | ≈ in Rome | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $1,500/mo | $1,609/mo | +$109 |
| $2,000/mo | $2,146/mo | +$146 |
| $3,000/mo | $3,219/mo | +$219 |
Detailed Budget Analysis
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florence or Rome cheaper to live in?
Florence is approximately 7% cheaper overall. Florence's COL+Rent Index is 45.3 vs Rome's 48.6 (NYC = 100).
How much is rent in Florence vs Rome?
A 1BR in Florence city center costs ~$1,302/mo vs $1,426/mo in Rome. Outside the center: $914 vs $1,000.
What is $2,000/month in Florence worth in Rome?
Using cost-of-living adjustment, $2,000/month in Florence has the purchasing power of approximately $2,146/month in Rome.
Are groceries cheaper in Florence or Rome?
Monthly groceries cost approximately $311 in Florence vs $329 in Rome. Groceries Index: 54.8 vs 58 (NYC = 100).