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IT Turin — cost of living

What it actually costs to live in Turin, Italy. Monthly rent, utilities, groceries, and transit costs sourced from national statistical offices and municipal data.

Total monthly essentials: approximately €1,220/month for a single person in a 1-bedroom flat (rent + utilities + groceries + transit). Lifestyle and neighbourhood swing this 30–50% either way.

Cost breakdown

Item	Monthly / item cost	Source
1-bedroom flat, city centre	€750/mo	Immobiliare.it Q4 2024 Turin centre average ↗
Rent per square metre	€11.50/m²	Immobiliare.it Q4 2024 market average ↗
Utilities (85m² flat)	€170/mo	ARERA 2025 estimate + TARI ↗
Public transport pass	€35/mo	GTT Torino monthly urban ↗
Groceries, one person	€265/mo	ISTAT 2025 consumption basket ↗
Restaurant meal, average	€15	Turin mid-range dining estimate ↗

Figures reflect the most recent published statistical data; individual experience varies with district and lifestyle.

Visa routes for Italy

Relevant residence permits to move to Turin. Full detail on the Italy country brief.

VisaDigital Nomad / Remote Worker VisaHighly qualified non-EU remote workers and self-employed professionals.VisaEU Blue Card (Carta Blu UE)Non-EU workers with recognised higher-education qualifications and a qualifying job offer.VisaHighly Skilled Worker (Lavoratore Altamente Qualificato)Non-EU professionals for senior or specialist roles at Italian employers.VisaSelf-Employment Visa (Lavoro Autonomo)Non-EU self-employed professionals, freelancers, and sole traders.

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