Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
448
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
34400
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.
67100
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
90
Region
Sicilia
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.
Relatively High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
108
/ 40
Climate Description
Mediterranean climate: sunny summers, mild winters, moderate springs and autumns.
Canicattì
Sicilia
Inland town known for agriculture, local culture, festivals, and community despite healthcare and accessibility challenges.
Summary
Canicattì, a charming town in Sicily, offers a blend of rich history and vibrant local culture that appeals to expats and retirees seeking an authentic Italian lifestyle. Located inland, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the picturesque surroundings, with enchanting landscapes and traditional Sicilian architecture. The town is renowned for its thriving agricultural sector, particularly vineyards and olive groves, contributing to the region’s culinary delights. Culture enthusiasts will appreciate local festivals and the warm hospitality of the residents, fostering a strong sense of community.
However, while the town boasts an excellent walkability score and good air quality, potential challenges include healthcare accessibility, which may not meet the expectations of newcomers accustomed to higher standards. The nearest airport is over an hour away, which could pose travel inconveniences. Nevertheless, for those who embrace its characteristics, Canicattì offers a unique opportunity to immerse in Sicilian life.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and appreciation.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– High air quality rating for healthier living conditions.
– Opportunities for community integration and social connections.
– Moderate unemployment rate, contributing to local economic stability.
– Good local healthcare facilities, although improvements are needed.
– Adequate infrastructure supporting daily commuting and travel.
– Non-touristic environment promoting a relaxed lifestyle.
– Growing internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality requires frequent trips for serious issues.
– Public transportation options may leave you stranded occasionally.
– Local economic opportunities can feel somewhat lacking and stagnant.
– Educational facilities may not meet all international standards.
– Internet connectivity still needs improvement for consistent remote work.
– Cultural activities might not satisfy every expat’s craving for excitement.
– Limited nightlife options can lead to boredom on weekends.
– Language barrier may pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Local cuisine might not cater to all international tastes.
– A slower pace of life may frustrate those seeking excitement.
Canicattì Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
34400
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.
67100
Births Per 100 Deaths
80.0
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.
15100
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.
6992 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Catania Fontanarossa (Catania)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
73min(s)
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is situated in Sicily, Italy, and serves as a significant air travel hub in the Mediterranean. This airport facilitates connections to numerous European cities such as Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, and London, with key routes including Catania to Rome, one of Italy’s busiest. Notably, it accommodates low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Wizz Air, making it accessible for budget travellers and providing direct flights to leisure destinations. Recent terminal expansions enhance passenger experience, although the airport experienced a temporary disruption in July 2023 due to a fire in the terminal.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Falcone Borsellino (Palermo)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
102min(s)
Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) is located in Cinisi, about 35 km northwest of Palermo, the capital of Sicily, Italy. It is the second largest airport on the island, handling over 8 million passengers annually. The airport primarily serves destinations across Europe and offers seasonal flights to New York City. Notable airlines include Aeroitalia, Ryanair, and Volotea, indicating a strong focus on budget-friendly travel options.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Birgi (Trapani)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
133min(s)
Trapani-Birgi Airport (Vincenzo Florio Airport) is situated between Trapani and Marsala, on the western coast of Sicily. It primarily serves as a low-cost hub with connections to various European destinations, including major cities such as Rome, Venice, and Naples. The airport is a key point for travellers heading to and from Sicily, offering both regular and seasonal routes mainly through Ryanair, with destinations including London, Manchester, and Milan, amongst others.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Canicattì
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
4min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Canicattì includes services from Trenitalia and Italo. The rail lines that stop here connect to key destinations including Palermo Centrale, Agrigento Centrale, Taormina-Giardini, Caltanissetta Centrale, and Licata. Frequency of departures varies, with trains operating from approximately 6:35 AM until 8:15 PM, offering multiple services per day, including around nine trains to Palermo Centrale and four to Agrigento Centrale. The station primarily serves regional trains, with no indication of high-speed trains, indicating a mix of services but mainly regional options.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Campobello-Ravanusa
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
17min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Campobello-Ravanusa includes the following details:
– **Rail Lines**: Primarily, the station is served by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to Agrigento Centrale and Licata.
– **Train Operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, providing regional services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: There are limited services, with trains operating approximately twice daily to Licata and a similar frequency to Agrigento.
– **Train Types**: The services mainly consist of regional trains, with no high-speed train services available.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Aragona Caldare
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
23min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Aragona Caldare includes several key components:
– **Rail lines**: The train services at this station are primarily operated by Trenitalia, with some services also by Italo.
– **Key destinations**: Direct trains connect Aragona Caldare to several significant destinations, including Palermo, Palermo Centrale, Racalmuto, Agrigento Centrale, Punta Raisi, and Cammarata-San Giovanni Gemini.
– **Train operators**: The main operators are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of departures**:
– To Palermo: 19 trains per day
– To Palermo Centrale: 18 trains per day
– To Racalmuto: 3 trains per day
– To Agrigento Centrale: 20 trains per day
– To Punta Raisi: 16 trains per day
– To Cammarata-San Giovanni Gemini: 16 trains per day
The first train typically departs around 5:02 AM, and the last train can leave as late as 8:34 PM, varying by destination.
– **Train types**: The services primarily include regional trains, with no indication of high-speed trains stopping at this station.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
84
Bars
47
Cafes
31
Cinemas
7
Dentists
13
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
1
Health Clinics
1
Hiking Trails
0
Historical Sites
131
Libraries
0
Museums
2
Parks
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
0
Shopping Centres
9
Supermarkets
50
Spas
34
Beach
Name
Misita Zingarello
Driving Distance
33mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Piano Battaglia
Driving Distance
99mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
28
Nearest Hospital Name
Civile Barone Lombardo
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
1
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP AGRIGENTO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicily, the health authority demonstrates high overall efficiency. However, the quality of local hospital care is considered low. Emergency responses to bone fractures are exceptionally prompt, while interventions for heart attacks within critical time frames perform slightly below the national median. Heart failure management shows above-average outcomes, whereas services for heart attack readmissions fall short. Minimally invasive breast cancer surgery is underutilised, and brief hospital stays post-operation are more common. Expats and retirees should evaluate these aspects to make informed decisions regarding healthcare services in the region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate to Low 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.
13
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
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.
87.065
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.
Relatively 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
343
Median
600
Third Quartile
851
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.
Top 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.
Top 40%
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.
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Sunshine
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
Canicattì, Italy, experiences a Mediterranean climate marked by ample sunshine throughout the year. The warmth reaches its peak during summer, making it an ideal retreat for those fond of sunny, dry days. Winters are mild, and snow is almost a rare spectacle, usually just dusting the landscape briefly. Spring and autumn present a perfect balance with moderate temperatures conducive to exploring the local vineyards and historical sites. Overall, the town's weather patterns support an outdoor lifestyle, benefiting retirees and expats preferring a place where harsh winters and excessive rainfall don't disrupt daily life. Canicattì's climate poses an appealing proposition for relocation or long-term visits.
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
Canicattì’s air quality predominantly reflects positive standards, offering a generally clean and safe environment. The atmospheric composition, maintaining commendable levels of particulate matter, ensures an appealing region for expats seeking health-conscious living conditions. Ozone levels hover at moderate figures, suggesting minimal risk to respiratory health—particularly during outdoor activities. The town’s standards for nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are notably low, contributing to a low incidence of pollution-related discomfort. This profile provides a compelling argument for those considering relocation, combining the charm of Italy with conscientious environmental management.
Canicattì’s air quality predominantly reflects positive standards, offering a generally clean and safe environment. The atmospheric composition, maintaining commendable levels of particulate matter, ensures an appealing region for expats seeking health-conscious living conditions. Ozone levels hover at moderate figures, suggesting minimal risk to respiratory health—particularly during outdoor activities. The town’s standards for nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are notably low, contributing to a low incidence of pollution-related discomfort. This profile provides a compelling argument for those considering relocation, combining the charm of Italy with conscientious environmental management.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Canicattì is accessible via the A19 motorway, linking it to major cities like Palermo and Catania. The town is served by two nearby train stations, providing moderate rail connectivity. The nearest airports are Catania Fontanarossa and Falcone Borsellino, enhancing travel options.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
The culinary scene in Canicattì, Sicily, is characterized by traditional Sicilian dishes complemented by a diverse range of dining options. Local dishes include ‘pasta alla Norma’, made with eggplant and ricotta, and ‘arancini’ (stuffed rice balls). Seafood is highly prevalent, with establishments offering fresh fish and traditional preparations. The town boasts various restaurants, featuring typical Italian cuisine as well as international influences, notably Japanese and Mediterranean dishes. Despite the variety, Canicattì does not currently have any Michelin-starred restaurants, although it reflects the rich culinary heritage of Sicily with its local eateries.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features diverse options catering to various needs. Supermarkets provide essential groceries and everyday items, while smaller boutiques offer unique goods and local products. Additionally, shopping centres, including major outlets known for their brand selections, contribute to retail diversity. Markets highlight local produce and artisanal wares, enhancing the community shopping experience. Overall, the area presents a well-rounded shopping environment suitable for expats and retirees seeking convenience and variety in their shopping choices.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Canicattì in Sicily offers several outdoor activities and green areas suitable for expats and retirees. Moorea Park serves as a central recreation spot, featuring a water park, which is popular for relaxation and leisure. Villa Firriato provides a tranquil garden setting, offering a peaceful retreat. For sports enthusiasts, the Palazzetto dello Sport is available for various indoor activities. While detailed hiking information is sparse, local trails and landscapes provide opportunities for exploration and walking in nature, catering to those seeking active outdoor lifestyles in a Mediterranean climate.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and appreciation.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– High air quality rating for healthier living conditions.
– Opportunities for community integration and social connections.
– Moderate unemployment rate, contributing to local economic stability.
– Good local healthcare facilities, although improvements are needed.
– Adequate infrastructure supporting daily commuting and travel.
– Non-touristic environment promoting a relaxed lifestyle.
– Growing internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality requires frequent trips for serious issues.
– Public transportation options may leave you stranded occasionally.
– Local economic opportunities can feel somewhat lacking and stagnant.
– Educational facilities may not meet all international standards.
– Internet connectivity still needs improvement for consistent remote work.
– Cultural activities might not satisfy every expat’s craving for excitement.
– Limited nightlife options can lead to boredom on weekends.
– Language barrier may pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Local cuisine might not cater to all international tastes.
– A slower pace of life may frustrate those seeking excitement.
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