Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
691
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
40800
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.
78900
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
90
Region
Abruzzo
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.
High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
143
/ 93
Climate Description
Distinct seasons, cool winters with light snow, warm pleasant summers, moderate rain, sunny.
Avezzano
Abruzzo
Located in Abruzzo, this town offers outdoor activities, cultural events, and a strong community.
Summary
Avezzano, located in the heart of Abruzzo, presents a captivating blend of rich culture and modern convenience, appealing to both expats and retirees. With its close proximity to the beautiful Gran Sasso National Park, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking and skiing, while the town’s vibrant cultural scene features local festivals, theaters, and traditional food markets showcasing the renowned Abruzzese cuisine. The town boasts an active community, notably with many international families involved in local industries such as telecommunications. However, potential residents should be aware that although the cost of living is generally attractive, property prices can be higher, and local fluency in Italian is essential as English speakers are not widely prevalent. Avezzano strikes a balance between traditional Italian life and the amenities sought by modern residents, making it an intriguing choice for those looking to settle in Italy’s picturesque central region.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available within the town.
– Favorable air quality for healthier living.
– Low unemployment rate enhances job security.
– Non-touristic atmosphere for peaceful living.
– Good infrastructure for transportation and amenities.
– Mild climate suited for outdoor activities year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community.
– Accessible educational facilities for lifelong learning.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options might leave you craving more excitement.
– Public transport may not run as frequently as desired.
– Small-town charm could feel isolating for some residents.
– Seasonal tourism may disrupt the peaceful atmosphere occasionally.
– Language barrier may challenge integration for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited shopping options compared to larger cities nearby.
– Local cuisine might not suit every culinary preference.
– Weather can be overly hot during summer months.
– Cultural activities may not appeal to all interests.
– Slower pace of life may frustrate those used to busyness.
Avezzano Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
40800
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.
78900
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.
21600
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.
2973 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Ciampino (Rome)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
52min(s)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is located 12 km southeast of central Rome, close to the Greater Ring Road. It functions primarily as a base for budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, offering connections to key European destinations such as London–Stansted, Budapest, and Bucharest. As a secondary airport to Fiumicino, it serves nearly 6 million passengers annually, providing a convenient alternative with its focus on low-cost carriers.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Abruzzo Airport (Pescara)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
52min(s)
Abruzzo Airport, located about 4 kilometers from Pescara city centre and approximately 180 kilometers from Rome, is a medium-sized international gateway serving Abruzzo and neighbouring regions such as Molise and Marche. Handling over 700,000 passengers in 2022, the airport connects travellers to 18 destinations across 11 countries, with key routes including London Stansted, Milan, Bucharest, and Malta. Notably, it offers budget-friendly parking options and serves as a hub for low-cost carriers like Ryanair, facilitating both domestic and international travel.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Leonardo da Vinci (Rome Fiumicino)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
60min(s)
Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Rome Fiumicino (FCO), is situated approximately 35 km from Rome’s city centre. It is Italy’s largest airport, serving as the main hub for ITA Airways and a crucial gateway for international travel, connecting to over 200 destinations globally, including major European cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris. Known for its efficient transport links, such as the Fiumicino Aeroporto railway station and high-speed connections, the airport also features notable attractions like reproductions of Leonardo da Vinci’s works.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Avezzano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
3min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Avezzano includes trains on the Rome–Sulmona–Pescara railway and the Avezzano-Roccasecca railway. Direct train services connect Avezzano to key destinations such as Rome, Sulmona, and Pescara, with an average of 24 trains daily to Rome, taking approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. The primary operator is Trenitalia, which provides regional train services. Departures from Avezzano typically occur every four hours for routes to Rome, with additional regional trains throughout the day. Stazione di Avezzano serves regional only trains; there are currently no high-speed train services operating from this station.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Paterno-San Pelino
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
6min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Paterno-San Pelino offers regional connectivity primarily. The rail lines that stop here are the regional services operated by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Avezzano and L’Aquila, with links to major cities via transfers. The frequency of departures is typically hourly, with a limited number of trains available throughout the day. This station does not service high-speed trains; it operates regional train services only, focusing on local and regional travel.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Cappelle-Magliano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Cappelle-Magliano includes the following features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served by the Rome-Sulmona-Pescara railway.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to Avezzano and previously to Rome Tiburtina, although service has been suspended for this route since December 2016.
– **Train Operators**: The station primarily operates services from Trenitalia, which runs regional trains.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The current frequency is limited, with only a few trains per day.
– **Types of Trains**: The station features regional trains only; there are no high-speed services available.
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
0
Historical Sites
34
Libraries
2
Museums
7
Parks
10
Pharmacies
14
Restaurants
93
Shopping Centres
0
Supermarkets
0
Spas
0
Beach
Name
Spiaggia S. Ippolito
Driving Distance
39mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Monte Magnola - Ovindoli
Driving Distance
25mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
64
Nearest Hospital Name
Santi Nicola e Filippo
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
7
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AVEZZANO-SULMONA-L'AQUILA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Abruzzo, the local health service generally performs above average in Italy, particularly excelling in minimally invasive breast cancer operations. It provides timely intervention for heart problems, especially regarding emergency procedures. While the overall quality is commendable, hospital care requires improvement, as does responsiveness in post-operative discharge and cardiac readmissions. Treatment times for bone fractures are satisfactory, providing a reasonable level of efficiency. Yet, for those prioritising immediate and comprehensive hospital care, further consideration may be needed. Retirees and expats should assess these factors in alignment with their personal healthcare needs.
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.
29
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
4
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
5
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.
95.164
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.
High
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
720
Median
971
Third Quartile
1233
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 50%
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.
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Sunshine
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Snowfall
High (71st-80th percentile)
Climate Description
In the heart of Italy, Avezzano offers a climate characterized by distinct seasonal variations. The town experiences a comfortable range of temperatures, tending towards cooler winters which occasionally see light snowfall, enhancing the picturesque setting. Summers are notably warm but remain pleasant, rarely becoming overly hot, which makes it ideal for outdoor activities. Rainfall is moderate throughout the year, ensuring the surrounding landscapes remain lush and green. A generous amount of sunshine graces Avezzano, with clear skies prevailing for much of the year, providing ample opportunities for solar enjoyment. This climate blend makes Avezzano a charming residence for both retirees and expatriates seeking a serene living environment.
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.
90
Air Quality Description
Avezzano, nestled in the heart of Italy, offers commendably clean air, characterized by low levels of major pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide. The air quality generally ranks as good across several metrics, including particulate matters PM10 and PM2.5. This ensures a comfortable environment for those sensitive to airborne irritants. Notably, the town maintains a fair level of ozone, slightly elevated but within reasonable limits for healthy outdoor activities. This balance affords expats and retirees a refreshing setting, far removed from the industrial pollutants that often plague more urban landscapes. Avezzano stands out as a serene haven for health-conscious residents.
Avezzano, nestled in the heart of Italy, offers commendably clean air, characterized by low levels of major pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide. The air quality generally ranks as good across several metrics, including particulate matters PM10 and PM2.5. This ensures a comfortable environment for those sensitive to airborne irritants. Notably, the town maintains a fair level of ozone, slightly elevated but within reasonable limits for healthy outdoor activities. This balance affords expats and retirees a refreshing setting, far removed from the industrial pollutants that often plague more urban landscapes. Avezzano stands out as a serene haven for health-conscious residents.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Avezzano is well-connected, with the nearest train stations located three and six minutes away, offering reasonable connectivity scores. Main road access includes the A24 motorway, facilitating direct routes to Rome and other regions. Ciampino and Abruzzo Airports serve as the closest air travel options, approximately 52 minutes away.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Avezzano’s culinary scene is deeply rooted in tradition, characterized by dishes such as sagne with beans, macaroni alla chitarra, and arrosticini. The town also offers a variety of local ingredients, including sheep’s cheese, mushrooms, and truffles, which are prominent in dishes like fettuccine with duck sauce and pappardelle with porcini. While primarily focused on traditional Abruzzese cuisine, Avezzano presents an array of restaurants featuring international influences from regions like Campania and Lazio. A notable Michelin-starred restaurant, Mammaròssa, highlights the local culinary artistry with a focus on Abruzzese ingredients.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape comprises diverse categories, including supermarkets, department stores, and boutique shops. Shopping malls offer a variety of retail experiences, while local markets provide a more traditional shopping atmosphere. Expatriates and retirees can find specialty and gift shops, as well as flea markets that enhance the local shopping culture. These options cater to daily necessities and unique local products, appealing to a wide range of preferences.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Avezzano, located in Abruzzo, offers several key outdoor attractions. The Riserva Naturale Regionale del Monte Salviano serves as a prominent nature reserve with diverse wildlife. Pineta di Avezzano provides an expansive park area ideal for leisurely walks and picnics. For hiking enthusiasts, the surrounding trails offer varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, with well-marked paths and scenic views. These outdoor spaces cater to both active pursuits and relaxed exploration, meeting the needs of retirees seeking a blend of nature and recreation.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available within the town.
– Favorable air quality for healthier living.
– Low unemployment rate enhances job security.
– Non-touristic atmosphere for peaceful living.
– Good infrastructure for transportation and amenities.
– Mild climate suited for outdoor activities year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community.
– Accessible educational facilities for lifelong learning.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options might leave you craving more excitement.
– Public transport may not run as frequently as desired.
– Small-town charm could feel isolating for some residents.
– Seasonal tourism may disrupt the peaceful atmosphere occasionally.
– Language barrier may challenge integration for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited shopping options compared to larger cities nearby.
– Local cuisine might not suit every culinary preference.
– Weather can be overly hot during summer months.
– Cultural activities may not appeal to all interests.
– Slower pace of life may frustrate those used to busyness.
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