11.1% below the Italy average
Ranked #310 of 577 cities · More expensive than 46.3% of cities worldwide
Compared to Italy average · See Italy ranking →
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | EUR 653/mo ≈ $739 | EUR 517/mo ≈ $585 | 21% |
| 3-Bedroom | EUR 1,207/mo ≈ $1,366 | EUR 810/mo ≈ $916 | 33% |
Prices in local currency, cross-referenced from multiple independent sources. October 2026.
Bergamo has a cost of living index of 36.8 (New York = 100, rent included), the average of 3 of 3 data sources.
ShouldIMove price index: our own basket of real item prices plus rent.
Based on 96 country PLI x 1 city factor
Bergamo is mid-priced by global standards (ranked #310 of 577 cities). It is 11.1% cheaper than the Italy average, based on 23 cities.
Groceries are affordable and dining out is affordable. The best value is rent and the priciest is restaurants.
Local purchasing power is strong: residents can afford more goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in Italy earning EUR 50,000 gross take home EUR 2,706/month after tax (35.1% effective rate). See full Italy tax calculator →
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