Is Trastevere Expensive?

Rome, Italy

+15% vs Rome avg

Living in Trastevere, Rome

Trastevere is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Rome, with a cost of living index of 56.7 — that is +15% compared to the Rome average. It ranks #5 out of 22 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,170/month, compared to a range of €733 in Tor Vergata to €1,323 in Centro Storico.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Trastevere, housing takes up roughly 52% 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 €46,804 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Trastevere

Salaries in Trastevere reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 56.7:

After tax and deductions of 35.6% in Italy, take-home pay for someone earning €46,804 would be roughly €30,142/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

56.7
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
€1,170
Est. 1BR Rent
#5
of 22 Areas
35.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Trastevere

Estimated annual deductions on a €36,057 salary in Trastevere, Rome (local employee).

Income Tax
26%
INPS Contributions
9.2%
Total Deductions: 35.6%
Est. Take-Home: €23,223/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $42,525
London GBP £36,596
Dubai AED AED 212,786

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%
Coppedè 56.7 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Trastevere:

Ohori, Fukuoka Imaizumi, Fukuoka Wieden (4th), Vienna Huangpu (The Bund), Shanghai Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, Brussels Place du Châtelain, Brussels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trastevere expensive in Rome?

Yes, Trastevere is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Rome. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #5 out of 22 neighborhoods.

How does Trastevere compare to the Rome average?

The cost of living in Trastevere is above the Rome average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% 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.