Best Cities in Italy to Live In 2026
3 cities ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
Florence
69/100Rome
69/100Milan
68/100Compare cities in Italy
❓ Living in Italy — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Italy?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Florence ranks #1 in Italy with a score of 69/100, and city-centre rent from around $1074/month.
What is the safest city in Italy?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Florence is the safest city in Italy in our database, with a rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people.
Should I move to Florence or Rome?▾
Florence scores 69/100 on our Livability Score vs 69/100 for Rome. Rent is $1074/mo in Florence vs $1226/mo in Rome. See the full comparison at the bottom of this page.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Italy?▾
Italy offers the Italy Digital Nomad Visa (moderate process). Duration: 1 year (renewable). Key requirement: Income ≥ €28,000/yr from remote work. Health insurance required. Apply at Italian consulate.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.