Cost of Living in Venice, Italy
Venice is a city in Italy, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,979 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,326 per month, or $718 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 77 Mbps median download speed, and Italy offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Venice scores 78/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 85°F and winter highs around 48°F, with roughly 213 sunny days a year.
Venice Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Venice
How Venice Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Venice ranks in the top 1% for walkability, but sits in the bottom 25% for internet speed. It costs more than 61% of them.
| Metric | Venice | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,979 | #209 of 340 | #50 of 91 |
| Safety | 78/100 | #69 of 340 | #36 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 70/100 | #155 of 340 | #51 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 77 Mbps | #258 of 340 | #81 of 91 |
| Walkability | 92/100 | #1 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
| Public transit | 72/100 | #53 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Food scene | 90/100 | #30 of 340 | #11 of 91 |
| Air quality | 88/100 | #76 of 340 | #37 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 Venice
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Venice.
- Granada, Spain — $1,476/mo, 25% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Seville, Spain — $1,522/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 77/100
- Gdansk, Poland — $1,657/mo, 16% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 30% cheaper, safety 78/100
Venice FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Venice?
A single person should budget around $1,979 per month in Venice, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,523 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Venice?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Venice averages $1,326 per month, dropping to about $718 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,807.
Is Venice safe?
Venice scores 78/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 58/100.
How fast is the internet in Venice?
Median download speeds in Venice are around 77 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 12 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 Venice?
Venice sees summer highs around 85°F and winter highs near 48°F, with about 213 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 75 days.
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