Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
744
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
20900
Real Population (5km)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
52100
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
Region
Campania
Walkability
Very Walkable
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Medium
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
46
/ 20
Climate Description
Moderate climate with warm summers, cool winters, ample sunlight, and balanced moisture.
Ariano Irpino
Campania
Historic town in Campania, known for hills, a castle, a cathedral, and agriculture.
Summary
Ariano Irpino, located in the heart of Campania, offers a balance of historical charm and modern conveniences, appealing to expats and retirees seeking a peaceful lifestyle. Nestled among the Apennines, this town is known for its breathtaking vistas and unique geography, characterized by three prominent hills. Key attractions include the Norman castle and the 16th-century cathedral, which reflect the town’s rich history. The local community is vibrant, with a welcoming atmosphere and some English-speaking residents, aiding integration for newcomers.
While Ariano Irpino boasts a high walkability score, making daily errands convenient, healthcare quality is a concern, ranking low compared to other regions. Access to local beaches requires a longer drive, and options for nightlife may be limited. However, the town’s mild climate and strong focus on agriculture, particularly in food production, enhance its appeal, making it a distinctive choice for those looking for authenticity in their Italian experience.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate, pleasant for year-round outdoor activities.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters job opportunities for residents.
– Good air quality encourages a healthy lifestyle outdoors.
– Integration opportunities with friendly, welcoming local community.
– Convenient transportation options connecting to larger urban areas.
– Access to quality healthcare services within local facilities.
– Quiet, non-touristic environment ideal for relaxation and peace.
– Internet connectivity supports remote working and staying connected.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may lead to inadequate medical services.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better daily convenience and access.
– Internet speed might frustrate remote workers during peak hours.
– Job opportunities not as abundant as in larger cities.
– Education facilities may lack resources compared to urban areas.
– Limited entertainment options for those seeking nightlife and activities.
– Local economy may feel stagnant, impacting long-term growth potential.
– Rural isolation can feel lonely for some expats and retirees.
– Seasonal weather can bring extremes, possibly affecting outdoor plans.
– Local dialects may create language barriers for newcomers.
Ariano Irpino Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
20900
Real Population (5km band)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
52100
Births Per 100 Deaths
60.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
[?]
Calculation of tourist density index for the city, comparing its total tourist number to the overall average tourist number of the region
relative to its own population.The index indicates how a location’s tourist density compares to the average, with values above
100 representing higher-than-average density and values below 100 representing lower-than-average density.
Not Touristic
Income per capita (2023)
[?]
This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
17300
Income rank in Italy (2023)
[?]
This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
5832 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Capodichino (Naples)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
65min(s)
Capodichino Airport, officially known as Naples International Airport, is located in Capodichino, Naples, Campania, Italy, approximately 5.9 km north-northeast of Naples city centre. It is the largest airport in Southern Italy, handling over 12 million passengers annually, and serves as a base for airlines such as easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, and Wizz Air. The airport offers connections to major domestic destinations like Milan and Turin, as well as international routes to cities including Barcelona, London, Munich, Frankfurt, and New York City, making it a key hub for travellers in the Mediterranean region.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (Salerno)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
70min(s)
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is situated in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy, and lies 20 kilometres from Salerno and 44 kilometres from the Amalfi Coast, closer than Naples. The airport, with a current runway of 2,000 meters, is gradually resuming services and targets full operations by 2026-2027. It offers seasonal flights to destinations like London, Milan, and resorts in North Africa and Greece, served by airlines including easyJet and British Airways, indicating a focus on leisure travel.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Karol Wojtyla (Bari)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
95min(s)
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport is located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of Bari, Italy, and serves as a significant hub in the Puglia region. It handled over 6 million passengers in 2023, largely acting as a focus city for low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Volotea. The airport connects to numerous European cities, with main routes including destinations such as London, Paris, Milan, and Istanbul, and benefits from seasonal services to cities like New York and Vienna, marking it as a convenient base for both domestic and international travel.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Ariano Irpino
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
3min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Ariano Irpino offers several regional rail connections, predominantly serviced by Trenitalia. The key rail lines that stop here connect to strategic destinations such as Naples, Salerno, Rome, Caserta, and Foggia.
– **Key Destinations Connected:**
– Naples (2 hours 23 minutes)
– Salerno (3 hours 6 minutes)
– Rome (2 hours 53 minutes)
– Caserta (1 hour 31 minutes)
– Foggia (43 minutes)
– **Frequency of Departures:**
– To Naples: 12 trains per day, operational from 07:10 to 20:45
– To Salerno: 9 trains per day, operational from 07:10 to 20:45
– To Rome: 6 trains per day, operational from 07:10 to 20:45
– To Caserta: 6 trains per day, operational from 07:10 to 20:45
– To Foggia: 8 trains per day, operational from 06:30 to 20:45
– **Train Operators:**
– Primarily Trenitalia, with no service from Italo noted.
– **Types of Services:**
– The station serves regional trains predominantly, with no high-speed services available.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Pianerottolo d'Ariano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Pianerottolo d’Ariano connects the following key aspects of train services:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is situated on the Napoli-Foggia line.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to major cities such as Naples and Foggia, providing easy access to these important urban centres.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator for the services at this station is Trenitalia, which manages regional train services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains typically depart a few times per day, though exact frequencies can vary based on the day and time.
– **Types of Trains**: The station predominantly services regional trains, with no high-speed trains operating from this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Savignano Greci
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Savignano Greci includes regional rail lines operated primarily by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Naples and Foggia. The frequency of departures varies, typically offering regional services multiple times a day, but exact intervals may range from every hour to a few services per day. It does not feature high-speed trains, focusing instead on regional connections.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
0
Bars
0
Cafes
0
Cinemas
0
Dentists
0
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
0
Health Clinics
0
Hiking Trails
1
Historical Sites
39
Libraries
1
Museums
1
Parks
2
Pharmacies
7
Restaurants
58
Shopping Centres
2
Supermarkets
1
Spas
6
Beach
Name
Torrione
Driving Distance
86mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Campitello Matese
Driving Distance
103mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
6
Nearest Hospital Name
Ariano Irpino
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
9 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
2
Local Public Healthcare Provider
A.S.L. AVELLINO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Campania, healthcare quality demonstrates mixed efficiency. Local hospital care performance is below average nationally. Emergency heart attack treatments show moderate promptness in handling heart attacks. Fracture treatments occur more swiftly among similar regions. Readmissions post-heart attack are less frequent, indicating some efficiency. However, advanced breast cancer surgeries often lack minimally invasive methods, while most surgical stays are lengthy. Readmissions after heart failure present a positive outlier, reflecting significant effectiveness. The overall healthcare provision remains varied, with some critical services trailing behind national standards, which could influence retirees seeking dependable medical support.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
High Earthquake Risk
Road Accidents Rate per 10k Inhabitants
[?]
Calculation of road accidents per 10,000 people based on the number of deaths and injuries registered in roads for year 2022 for the city.
21
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
13
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
1
Car Insurance Price Index
[?]
The car insurance price index is a measure of how a city's average car insurance premium compares to the national average,
expressed as a percentage. A value of 100 indicates that the city's premium is equal to the national average.
Values above 100 show higher premiums, while values below 100 show lower premiums.
102.25
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Medium
Property Prices per m²
[?]
Calculation of property sale prices per square meter for apartments, houses in the city.
Median (50th Percentile): The midpoint price, where half the values are above and half below.
First Quartile (25th Percentile): The price below which 25% of properties fall.
Third Quartile (75th Percentile): The price below which 75% of properties fall.
First Quartile
476
Median
700
Third Quartile
957
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very Walkable
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking at all the indicators provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year. Note that figures are only provided by the ministry at the school catchment area level, and therefore several schools may be grouped together.
Bottom 40%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking the students' results in national standardised tests. The data is provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year.
Bottom 30%
Counts of School
Climate & Weather
Precipitation
[?]
Based on daily climate data for precipitation from OPEN-METEO this parameter indicates how a city's annual precipitation compares to others
in terms of percentage, with values ranging from 0 (lowest) to 1 (highest). For example, a percentile rank of 0.75 means the city's
total precipitation is higher than 75% of other cities.
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Climate Description
Ariano Irpino enjoys a moderate climate that balances warm summers and cool winters delicately. The town experiences sufficient moisture throughout the year to sustain its lush landscapes without succumbing to the extremes of wet weather. Sunlight graces the area generously, allowing expats and retirees ample opportunity to explore outdoor pursuits under clear skies. Winter months bring a dusting of snow, which adds a picturesque quality without causing major disruptions. This climate blend offers an inviting environment for residents from diverse backgrounds who cherish a serene setting that fosters both comfort and vitality. Ideal for those seeking a balanced lifestyle, Ariano Irpino's weather patterns support both leisure and everyday living harmoniously.
Annual Temperature Chart (Min)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Annual Temperature Chart (Max)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Sunny Days By Month
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Environmental & Air Quality
Classifications
PM10
[?]
PM10 levels indicate Good air quality at 0–20 µg/m³, Fair at 20–40 µg/m³, Moderate at 40–50 µg/m³, Poor at 50–100 µg/m³, Very Poor at 100–150 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 150–1200 µg/m³.
Good
PM2.5
[?]
PM2.5 is Good if PM2.5 levels are between 0–10 µg/m³, Fair between 10–20 µg/m³, Moderate between 20–25 µg/m³, Poor between 25–50 µg/m³, Very Poor between 50–75 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor between 75–800 µg/m³.
Good
NO2
[?]
NO₂ levels are considered Good at 0–40 µg/m³, Fair at 40–90 µg/m³, Moderate at 90–120 µg/m³, Poor at 120–230 µg/m³, Very Poor at 230–340 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 340–1000 µg/m³.
Good
SO2
[?]
SO₂ levels indicate Good air quality at 0–100 µg/m³, Fair at 100–200 µg/m³, Moderate at 200–350 µg/m³, Poor at 350–500 µg/m³, Very Poor at 500–750 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 750–1250 µg/m³.
Good
O₃
[?]
For O₃, the air is Good at 0–50 µg/m³, Fair at 50–100 µg/m³, Moderate at 100–130 µg/m³, Poor at 130–240 µg/m³, Very Poor at 240–380 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 380–800 µg/m³.
Fair
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
Air Quality Description
Ariano Irpino offers a generally commendable quality of air, which ideally aligns with the expectations of expats and retirees seeking a healthy living environment. The particulate matter in the town notably falls within acceptable levels, promoting clear and breathable air. While nitrogen and sulfur dioxide are minimally present, ensuring minimal discomfort or health risks, ozone levels are moderate and might require cautious consideration during specific periods of the year. This small town’s atmosphere supports well-being, making it a suitable choice for those sensitive to urban pollutants often found in larger cities.
Ariano Irpino offers a generally commendable quality of air, which ideally aligns with the expectations of expats and retirees seeking a healthy living environment. The particulate matter in the town notably falls within acceptable levels, promoting clear and breathable air. While nitrogen and sulfur dioxide are minimally present, ensuring minimal discomfort or health risks, ozone levels are moderate and might require cautious consideration during specific periods of the year. This small town’s atmosphere supports well-being, making it a suitable choice for those sensitive to urban pollutants often found in larger cities.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Ariano Irpino has adequate connectivity, situated along the SS90 and SS412 highways. The closest airport is Naples International (Capodichino), around 65 minutes distant, followed by Salerno Costa d’Amalfi. Train stations nearby offer limited service, impacting overall accessibility.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Ariano Irpino’s culinary scene is distinguished by its rich tradition and quality artisanal products. The area is known for traditional dishes such as ‘Fusilli di Ariano,’ a handmade pasta typically served with a variety of sauces, and ‘Caciocavallo podolico,’ a local cheese made from cow’s milk. Its gastronomy also includes hearty meat dishes like ‘salsiccia’ (sausage) and wild boar preparations. The town offers a range of dining options, from casual eateries to more formal restaurants showcasing local cuisine and Mediterranean influences. Notably, ‘La Pignata’ has received recognition in the Michelin Guide, distinguishing itself for its quality and value. While there are limited international dining options, local establishments often incorporate Mediterranean elements, reflecting the broader regional culinary trends.
Shopping Overview
The area offers diverse shopping options ranging from supermarkets and grocery stores to various shopping centres and outlets. Prominent shopping venues include large commercial centres that house a mix of department stores, fashion boutiques, and food shops. Additionally, the presence of specialized markets provides access to local produce and artisanal products. This assortment caters to varied shopping preferences, accommodating both daily needs and leisure shopping activities.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Ariano Irpino in Campania offers several outdoor attractions ideal for expats and retirees. The Villa Comunale serves as an urban green space providing a serene environment for relaxation and local engagement. Ariano Irpino Public Park is another notable area, featuring lush landscapes, pathways, and family-friendly spaces. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks and explore historical landmarks within the park. These parks provide opportunities for picnics, photography, and interaction with local flora and fauna, enhancing the outdoor experience in the region.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate, pleasant for year-round outdoor activities.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate fosters job opportunities for residents.
– Good air quality encourages a healthy lifestyle outdoors.
– Integration opportunities with friendly, welcoming local community.
– Convenient transportation options connecting to larger urban areas.
– Access to quality healthcare services within local facilities.
– Quiet, non-touristic environment ideal for relaxation and peace.
– Internet connectivity supports remote working and staying connected.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may lead to inadequate medical services.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better daily convenience and access.
– Internet speed might frustrate remote workers during peak hours.
– Job opportunities not as abundant as in larger cities.
– Education facilities may lack resources compared to urban areas.
– Limited entertainment options for those seeking nightlife and activities.
– Local economy may feel stagnant, impacting long-term growth potential.
– Rural isolation can feel lonely for some expats and retirees.
– Seasonal weather can bring extremes, possibly affecting outdoor plans.
– Local dialects may create language barriers for newcomers.
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