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Cost of Living in Milan, Italy
Fashion and finance capital. Most international Italian city, highest salaries in Italy.
A single person needs roughly 1,814 €/month to live in Milan: a one-bedroom rents for 1,040 €–2,300 €, plus about 774 € for groceries, transport, and utilities.
Currency
EUR (€)
English Level
Good
Healthcare
Public (SSN)
Rental Prices in Milan
1-Bedroom Apartment
1,040 € - 2,300 €
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
1,400 € - 3,000 €
per month
* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.12 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.
Monthly Living Costs
Groceries
350 €
Transport
39 €
Utilities
185 €
Dining Out
200 €
Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.
Popular Neighborhoods
Brera
Artistic heart of Milan. Galleries, boutiques, and cobblestone streets.
5 min walk•1,900 €+/mo
Navigli
Canal district. Nightlife, aperitivo bars, and vintage markets.
15 min metro•1,600 €+/mo
Isola
Former working-class area, now trendy. Hipster bars, street art, local vibe.
12 min metro•1,500 €+/mo
Porta Nuova
Modern business district. Skyscrapers, upscale living, near central station.
8 min metro•2,000 €+/mo
Città Studi
University area. More affordable, young crowd, near Politecnico.
20 min metro•1,100 €+/mo
Porta Romana
South of center near Bocconi University. Students, young professionals, cafes.
12 min metro•1,400 €+/mo
Work Visa
Work visa requires employer sponsorship. Quota system for non-EU workers.
Processing: 3-6 months
Relocation Costs
Usually 2-3 months deposit. Agent fees apply. Registration fee (imposta di registro).
Typical deposit: 3 months rent
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