Is Ostiense Expensive?

Rome, Italy

-10% vs Rome avg

Living in Ostiense, Rome

Ostiense is a relatively affordable area in Rome, with a cost of living index of 44.4 — that is -10% compared to the Rome average. At #15 of 22, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €916/month, compared to a range of €733 in Tor Vergata to €1,323 in Centro Storico.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Ostiense, housing takes up roughly 40% 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 €36,629 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Ostiense

Salaries in Ostiense reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 44.4:

After tax and deductions of 33.2% in Italy, take-home pay for someone earning €36,629 would be roughly €24,468/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

44.4
COLI Index
0.90x
vs City Avg
€916
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 22 Areas
33.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Ostiense

Estimated annual deductions on a €28,235 salary in Ostiense, Rome (local employee).

Income Tax
24%
INPS Contributions
9.2%
Total Deductions: 33.2%
Est. Take-Home: €18,858/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $33,300
London GBP £28,657
Dubai AED AED 166,626

Other Neighborhoods in Rome

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Centro Storico 64.1 1.30x +30%
Parioli 60.1 1.22x +22%
Monti 59.2 1.20x +20%
Prati 58.2 1.18x +18%
Trastevere 56.7 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Ostiense:

Ahuntsic, Montreal Forest, Brussels Pigalle (9th), Paris Bercy (12th), Paris Vincennes, Paris Riquier, Nice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ostiense expensive in Rome?

Ostiense is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Rome. It costs about -10% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 22 neighborhoods.

How does Ostiense compare to the Rome average?

The cost of living in Ostiense is below the Rome average. With a multiplier of 0.90x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -10% 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.