Cost of Living in Trieste


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£1,425

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
49%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
5%
Property
49%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
5%

Cost of living breakdown for Trieste

You can expect to spend around £1,425 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£644Average rent per month
£2,997Price per m² (city centre)
£1,682Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index46
Quality of life index78
Safety index79
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Trieste average costs for food and drink.

£278Weekly groceries/person
£138Dining out average cost/person
£2Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Trieste average salaries and services.

£1,378Average Monthly Net Salary
£33Transport
Healthcare64
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Italy

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£643.85£561.21 - £777.07
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£507.97£431.71 - £569.85
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,080.70£949.75 - £1,208.77
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£768.78£690.72 - £863.40

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Trieste depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £781 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,750. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £644 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Trieste costs £1. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £33.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Trieste is currently £1,378.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Trieste costs approximately £14, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £52.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Trieste for a single person is £781, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Trieste, the estimated monthly costs are £2,750, not including rent.

Rent prices in Trieste depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £644, compared to £508 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,081 in the centre and £769 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Trieste (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £168 per month. Internet access typically adds another £24.