Cost of Living in Naples, Italy
Naples is a city in Italy, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,741 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,178 per month, or $721 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 72 Mbps median download speed, and Italy offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Naples scores 62/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 87°F and winter highs around 57°F, with roughly 260 sunny days a year.
Naples Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Naples
How Naples Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Naples ranks in the top 1% for food scene, but sits in the bottom 24% for internet speed. It costs more than 54% of them.
| Metric | Naples | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,741 | #187 of 340 | #35 of 91 |
| Safety | 62/100 | #170 of 340 | #87 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 59/100 | #246 of 340 | #73 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 72 Mbps | #262 of 340 | #83 of 91 |
| Walkability | 72/100 | #76 of 340 | #54 of 91 |
| Public transit | 55/100 | #104 of 340 | #60 of 91 |
| Food scene | 98/100 | #1 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
| Air quality | 81/100 | #178 of 340 | #72 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Naples
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Naples.
- Rhodes, Greece — $1,329/mo, 24% cheaper, safety 75/100
- Zagreb, Croatia — $1,440/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Tirana, Albania — $1,320/mo, 24% cheaper, safety 66/100
- Antalya, Turkey — $1,075/mo, 38% cheaper, safety 72/100
Naples FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Naples?
A single person should budget around $1,741 per month in Naples, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $3,637 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Naples?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Naples averages $1,178 per month, dropping to about $721 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,157.
Is Naples safe?
Naples scores 62/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 48/100.
How fast is the internet in Naples?
Median download speeds in Naples are around 72 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 15 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Italy offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Italy offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Naples?
Naples sees summer highs around 87°F and winter highs near 57°F, with about 260 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 80 days.
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