Is Centro Storico Expensive?

Rome, Italy

+30% vs Rome avg

Living in Centro Storico, Rome

Centro Storico is the most expensive area in Rome, with a cost of living index of 64.1 — that is +30% compared to the Rome average. Only the top 1 of 22 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,323/month, compared to a range of €733 in Tor Vergata to €1,323 in Centro Storico.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Centro Storico, housing takes up roughly 55% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €52,908 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Centro Storico

Salaries in Centro Storico reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 64.1:

After tax and deductions of 36.6% in Italy, take-home pay for someone earning €52,908 would be roughly €33,544/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

64.1
COLI Index
1.30x
vs City Avg
€1,323
Est. 1BR Rent
#1
of 22 Areas
36.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Centro Storico

Estimated annual deductions on a €40,762 salary in Centro Storico, Rome (local employee).

Income Tax
27%
INPS Contributions
9.2%
Total Deductions: 36.6%
Est. Take-Home: €25,849/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Centro Storico would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $48,075
London GBP £41,373
Dubai AED AED 240,557

Other Neighborhoods in Rome

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Parioli 60.1 1.22x +22%
Monti 59.2 1.20x +20%
Prati 58.2 1.18x +18%
Trastevere 56.7 1.15x +15%
Coppedè 56.7 1.15x +15%

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Compare Centro Storico

Centro Storico vs Parioli Centro Storico vs Nomentano Centro Storico vs Monti Centro Storico vs Tor Vergata

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Centro Storico:

Mont Boron, Nice Sablon, Brussels Old Montreal, Montreal Tour Eiffel (7th), Paris Saint-Germain (6th), Paris Innere Stadt (1st), Vienna

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Centro Storico expensive in Rome?

Yes, Centro Storico is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Rome. It costs about +30% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 22 neighborhoods.

How does Centro Storico compare to the Rome average?

The cost of living in Centro Storico is significantly above the Rome average. With a multiplier of 1.30x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +30% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Istituto Nazionale di Statistica (ISTAT) · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.