In Messina, Italy, a single person typically needs around $1157 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $3078 monthly.
Messina is 42% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Messina is 56% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Messina is, on average, 80% lower than in New York City.
Messina is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
Messina's cost is primarily influenced by the housing market, particularly rent and utilities, which can be challenging for those without a stable income.
Food prices in Messina are 20% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable for residents.
Public transport costs are 40% lower than the European benchmark, providing an economical option for getting around the city.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 13.5 $ |
| Dinner | 56 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.97 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.36 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.85 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.99 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.3 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.82 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.55 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.21 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.85 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 16.7 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.72 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.66 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.11 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.38 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.66 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.16 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.27 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.42 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 5.54 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.5 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 6.16 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.68 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 42 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.93 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 18.2 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 82.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 10.6 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.02 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.86 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.93 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 111 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 174 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 27.8 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 351 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 976 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 555 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 913 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,677 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,896 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 1,76 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 4.65% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 36 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 8.89 $ |
| Haircut | 13 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 84.2 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 60.9 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 315 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 7,102 $ |