Cost of Living in Bari


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£1,413

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
54%
Groceries
18%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
12%
Leisure
4%
Property
54%
Groceries
18%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
12%
Leisure
4%

Cost of living breakdown for Bari

You can expect to spend around £1,413 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£691Average rent per month
£2,820Price per m² (city centre)
£1,624Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index41
Quality of life index75
Safety index56
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Bari average costs for food and drink.

£240Weekly groceries/person
£131Dining out average cost/person
£1Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Bari average salaries and services.

£1,455Average Monthly Net Salary
£30Transport
Healthcare52
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Italy

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£690.72£604.39 - £853.04
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£516.10£431.71 - £604.39
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,158.40£1,036.08 - £1,295.11
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£823.40£733.89 - £949.75

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Bari depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £722 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,486. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £691 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Bari costs £0.86. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £30.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Bari is currently £1,455.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Bari costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £52.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Bari for a single person is £722, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Bari, the estimated monthly costs are £2,486, not including rent.

Rent prices in Bari depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £691, compared to £516 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,158 in the centre and £823 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Bari (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £185 per month. Internet access typically adds another £23.