Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
164
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
40300
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.
121600
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
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 Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
95
/ 38
Climate Description
Warm Mediterranean climate with mild winters, hot summers, sunny days, and occasional rain.
Carini
Sicilia
Historic town near Palermo with medieval architecture, Mediterranean climate, affordable living, and limited healthcare.
Summary
Carini, located near Palermo on Sicily’s northern coast, offers a blend of historical charm and modern convenience, making it appealing for expats and retirees. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage, showcased in its medieval architecture, notably the Castle of Carini, a site steeped in local lore. Residents enjoy excellent air quality and a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild winters and hot summers, ideal for outdoor living.
Despite its attractive features, expats may find some challenges. Healthcare facilities are limited, necessitating travel for more complex medical needs, and public transport options are not robust. The local economy is primarily driven by agribusiness and tourism, contributing to an affordable cost of living, which includes reasonable housing prices. While the community is generally welcoming, the overall happiness score indicates room for improvement in local social dynamics. Nonetheless, Carini’s proximity to Palermo and beautiful coastlines make it a noteworthy consideration for those seeking a new life in Italy.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Strong community ties and integration opportunities available.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Access to quality healthcare facilities and services.
– Low unemployment rate promoting local economic stability.
– Decent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Good infrastructure supporting transportation and connectivity.
– Less touristy, providing a more authentic Italian experience.
– Opportunities for outdoor activities and local exploration.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality could be better; not top-notch facilities available.
– Public transportation options may be limited for wider travel.
– Internet speeds are decent, but not blazing fast.
– Cultural events may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Limited entertainment options for a vibrant nightlife experience.
– Local economy heavily relies on seasonal tourism fluctuations.
– Language barrier may complicate daily interactions for newcomers.
– Weather can be hot; air conditioning might become essential.
– Educational facilities may not meet all expatriate expectations.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better accessibility and convenience.
Carini Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
40300
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.
121600
Births Per 100 Deaths
130.0
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.
17800
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.
5543 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
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
24min(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.
2nd 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
48min(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.
3rd 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
122min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Carini
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Carini includes multiple rail lines, primarily serving the Palermo area and beyond. The key destinations connected by direct trains from this station are:
– **Palermo Centrale**: Just 23 minutes away, with around 40 trains daily.
– **Punta Raisi**: 7 minutes journey, with 32 trains per day.
– **Castellammare del Golfo**: About 57 minutes travel time, with 4 trains daily.
– **Catania Centrale**: A longer route taking approximately 4 hours and 52 minutes, with 17 daily services.
– **Partinico**: About 36 minutes away, with only 4 services daily.
The main train operator for these services is **Trenitalia**, which provides a mix of regional train services. The frequency of departures varies, with peak services running frequently, particularly on the main routes to Palermo and Punta Raisi. The station primarily offers **regional trains**, and does not provide high-speed train services directly from this location.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Piraineto
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
18min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Piraineto involves regional rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include:
– Palermo Centrale (Approx. 51 minutes, 40 trains per day)
– Castellammare del Golfo (Approx. 38 minutes)
– Cinisi-Terrasini (Approx. 5 minutes)
– Trapani (Approx. 3 hours 19 minutes)
– Balestrate (Approx. 30 minutes)
The frequency of departures to major destinations like Palermo is quite high, with about 40 services daily. This station primarily handles regional services, and no high-speed trains stop here. Overall, it offers frequent connections to nearby areas, making it a convenient choice for regional travel.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Partinico
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
21min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Partinico offers services primarily on regional lines, with connections provided by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Palermo, with frequency averaging around 10 trains per day to Palermo Centrale and a few trains to Brancaccio. The first train departs at approximately 06:13, and the last train leaves at around 21:53. There are no high-speed train services available; the services are regional only, focusing on local connections. Overall, the departures are roughly every hour or better, depending on the time of day.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
47
Bars
98
Cafes
37
Cinemas
14
Dentists
23
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
6
Health Clinics
4
Hiking Trails
47
Historical Sites
246
Libraries
2
Museums
68
Parks
40
Pharmacies
19
Restaurants
217
Shopping Centres
76
Supermarkets
119
Spas
67
Beach
Name
Lungomare C. Colombo
Driving Distance
17mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Piano Battaglia
Driving Distance
130mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
38
Nearest Hospital Name
Civico Partinico-Pronto Soccor
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
22 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
24
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP PALERMO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicily, the local healthcare system demonstrates average performance across key indicators compared to national levels, suggesting moderate efficiency. Hospital care is notably underwhelming. Cardiac care includes reasonable post-heart attack readmission rates, while handling of severe heart conditions could be improved. Orthopaedic response to fractures falls below expectations. Cancer treatment benefits from advanced surgical techniques, and post-operative recovery times are commendably brief. Heart failure cases show positive outcomes regarding readmissions, reflecting adequate management. While certain areas showcase strengths, there is room for improvement in others for those considering healthcare quality as a critical relocation criterion.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate 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.
28
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
2
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
3
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.
100.226
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 Low
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
538
Median
1288
Third Quartile
1942
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 10%
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 10%
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
Carini, nestled in Italy, enjoys a climate that leans towards the warmer end of the Mediterranean spectrum, featuring mild winters and hot summers. Thanks to its generous amount of sunshine each year, the area is sunny more often than not, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a bright and cheerful environment. Despite occasional rainfall, the weather generally stays clear, adding to the appeal of outdoor activities throughout most of the year. Winter brings a light dusting of snow, a rare but delightful spectacle that highlights the region’s diverse weather patterns. In Carini, retirees and expats can delight in a temperature range that provides comfortable warmth without extreme heat, making it an ideal location to settle or visit.
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.
Fair
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.
80
Air Quality Description
Carini, Italy, offers an inviting environment for expats and retirees concerned about air quality. The small particles in the air, both PM10 and PM2.5, stand at levels deemed reasonably low by international health standards, reflecting a mix of good and fair classifications. Ozone and nitrogen dioxide levels are also within acceptable limits, ensuring that the air supports healthy outdoor activities. Although Sulphur dioxide is rarely a concern, its presence maintains a minimal impact on the overall air quality in Carini. This maintains Carini’s allure as a serene and healthful retreat for those looking to settle amid cleaner air.
Carini, Italy, offers an inviting environment for expats and retirees concerned about air quality. The small particles in the air, both PM10 and PM2.5, stand at levels deemed reasonably low by international health standards, reflecting a mix of good and fair classifications. Ozone and nitrogen dioxide levels are also within acceptable limits, ensuring that the air supports healthy outdoor activities. Although Sulphur dioxide is rarely a concern, its presence maintains a minimal impact on the overall air quality in Carini. This maintains Carini’s allure as a serene and healthful retreat for those looking to settle amid cleaner air.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Carini is accessible via the A29 motorway, connecting it to Palermo and Trapani. The town is served by nearby train stations, offering moderate connectivity. The nearest airport is Falcone Borsellino in Palermo, providing regional and international flights, enhancing its overall transport accessibility.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
The culinary scene in Carini, located in Sicily, showcases a rich blend of traditional Sicilian dishes as well as a variety of dining options that reflect both local flavors and international influences. Traditional dishes include staples like arancini (rice balls), caponata (a vegetable dish rooted in eggplant), pasta chî sàrdi (a sardine pasta dish), and sweets like cannoli. The region’s cuisine is characterized by its use of fresh local ingredients and influences from various Mediterranean cultures. In terms of dining options, Carini offers an array of local trattorias and pizzerias, alongside some more upscale venues, presenting a mix of classical and modern flavors. While Carini is not home to any Michelin-starred restaurants, the broader Sicilian region boasts numerous starred establishments, reflecting the overall high culinary standards prevalent across the island.
Shopping Overview
The area boasts a significant shopping district known for its large shopping centres, featuring an array of retail options. In addition to the malls, there are various specialty boutiques offering fine Italian goods such as jewellery, designer apparel, and leather accessories. Local markets provide a vibrant atmosphere for purchasing regional souvenirs. Overall, the shopping scene accommodates diverse preferences, from upscale fashion to everyday essentials, appealing to both expatriates and retirees considering relocation.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Carini, Sicily, offers a range of outdoor activities suitable for expats and retirees seeking leisure engagement. The area is home to Riserva Naturale Grotta di Carburangeli, known for its unique cave systems, and several nature reserves that support hiking and guided tours. Horseback riding is available at Azienda Agricola Bio Horses Country. Though Bioparco Di Sicilia is temporarily closed, the locale supports parasailing and paragliding for more adventurous residents. These activities reflect the area’s commitment to natural exploration and active lifestyles.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Strong community ties and integration opportunities available.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Access to quality healthcare facilities and services.
– Low unemployment rate promoting local economic stability.
– Decent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Good infrastructure supporting transportation and connectivity.
– Less touristy, providing a more authentic Italian experience.
– Opportunities for outdoor activities and local exploration.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality could be better; not top-notch facilities available.
– Public transportation options may be limited for wider travel.
– Internet speeds are decent, but not blazing fast.
– Cultural events may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Limited entertainment options for a vibrant nightlife experience.
– Local economy heavily relies on seasonal tourism fluctuations.
– Language barrier may complicate daily interactions for newcomers.
– Weather can be hot; air conditioning might become essential.
– Educational facilities may not meet all expatriate expectations.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better accessibility and convenience.
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