Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
29
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
72500
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.
179900
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Region
Emilia-Romagna
Walkability
Walker’s Paradise
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)
206
/ 118
Climate Description
Moderate climate with warm summers, mild winters, abundant sun, and well-distributed rain.
Carpi
Emilia-Romagna
Historic town with industrial vitality, notable for Palazzo dei Pio, textiles, and cultural festivals.
Summary
Nestled in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, Carpi is a dynamic town that offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern industrial vitality. Known as the “Pearl of the Renaissance,” it features the impressive Palazzo dei Pio, which dominates one of Italy’s largest squares. This historic center is complemented by a strong textiles tradition and a vibrant cultural scene, including festivals like the Philosophy Festival and Concentrico, which engage the community. While the town enjoys good air quality and excellent internet connectivity, challenges persist, particularly in safety and a lack of extensive public transport options. The nearest beach is a distance away, limiting quick coastal access. Expats will find a welcoming local culture and culinary delights such as balsamic vinegar and local cheeses, alongside engaging community events, though they may need to adapt to some of the town’s limitations.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Good air quality promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate ensuring job stability.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Opportunities for community integration and social activities.
– Reliable public transportation connecting to larger cities.
– Moderate climate with pleasant seasonal variations.
– Educational facilities providing quality learning experiences.
– Non-touristy environment for a peaceful living experience.
– Adequate internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant social scenes.
– Smaller selection of international cuisine compared to larger cities.
– Occasional language barriers may lead to communication challenges.
– Limited shopping variety outside of local and traditional offerings.
– Cultural events may not cater to all expat interests.
– Rural surroundings might feel isolating for some newcomers.
– Smaller expat community may limit social networking opportunities.
– Weather can be humid during summer months, quite stuffy.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating to navigate.
– Public transport schedules may lack frequency during off-peak hours.
Carpi Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
72500
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.
179900
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.
23400
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.
1429 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Reggio Emilia Airport (Reggio nell'Emilia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
26min(s)
Reggio Emilia Airport (Aeroporto di Reggio Emilia) primarily serves general aviation and doesn’t handle regular commercial passenger flights. Travellers to the region typically use nearby larger airports such as Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Milan Linate, and Parma Airport for international travel. The airport does not have significant passenger volume or notable airline hubs and destinations.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Guglielmo Marconi (Bologna)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
37min(s)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport, located in Bologna, Italy, approximately 6 km from the city centre, serves as a vital transport hub in the Emilia-Romagna region. With nearly 10 million passengers in 2023, it ranks among Italy’s busier airports, connecting travellers to over 100 destinations, including major cities like Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Dubai. Key routes facilitated by airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air include domestic flights to Catania and international connections to Tirana and Madrid, with the longest direct route being to Dubai. The airport’s connectivity is enhanced by a monorail to Bologna Central Station, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Giuseppe Verdi (Parma)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
40min(s)
Giuseppe Verdi Airport, also known as Parma Airport (PMF), is situated just northwest of Parma in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It is a smaller regional airport with annual passenger numbers of around 116,720 as of 2022. Main destinations include Comiso, Trapani, and Chișinău, serviced primarily by carriers like Aeroitalia and FlyOne, with Ryanair offering seasonal flights to destinations like Palermo. The airport is noted for its convenience for travellers seeking access to this part of Northern Italy.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Carpi
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
5min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Carpi includes regional rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia, with direct connections to various key destinations. Key destinations served by direct trains from Carpi include Modena, Bologna, Mantua, Venice, and Florence.
The frequency of train departures is generally every 30 minutes to hourly during peak times, although services may be less frequent at off-peak times. The station mainly serves regional trains, with no high-speed services stopping directly at Carpi; however, passengers can connect to high-speed trains at nearby major stations such as Modena or Bologna.
Overall, the train services at Stazione di Carpi facilitate a range of regional travel options while connecting to larger hubs for high-speed travel.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Soliera Modenese
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
14min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Soliera Modenese offers a selection of regional services. The primary rail lines that stop here include the Modena to Carpi line, and it connects passengers primarily to nearby towns. Key destinations that can be accessed directly by trains from Soliera include Modena and Carpi. The main train operator servicing this station is Trenitalia, focusing on regional connections. Departures are relatively sparse, with trains running approximately every 30 to 60 minutes during peak times and fewer services available during off-peak hours. The station does not offer high-speed train services, focusing solely on regional trains, making it a convenient option for local travel rather than long-distance journeys.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Rolo-Novi-Fabbrico
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
19min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Rolo-Novi-Fabbrico includes several rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. The key destinations connected by direct trains from this station include Modena, Bologna Centrale, Mantova, Suzzara, Milan, and Reggio Emilia.
Regarding the frequency of departures, trains to Modena, Bologna Centrale, and Reggio Emilia typically run around 14 times a day, while routes to Mantova and Milan see about 15 and 16 trains respectively. Trains to Suzzara have around 11 departures each day.
The services here are predominantly regional, and while there are no high-speed trains directly stopping at Rolo-Novi-Fabbrico, it still provides a vital rail link within the regional train network.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
132
Bars
111
Cafes
57
Cinemas
8
Dentists
58
Golf Courses
2
Gyms
42
Health Clinics
6
Hiking Trails
8
Historical Sites
204
Libraries
5
Museums
7
Parks
9
Pharmacies
7
Restaurants
122
Shopping Centres
3
Supermarkets
78
Spas
134
Beach
Name
Lungolago Garibaldi 2
Driving Distance
72mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Piane di Mocogno
Driving Distance
88mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
69
Nearest Hospital Name
B. Ramazzini-Pronto Soccorso
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
16
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL MODENA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Emilia Romagna, the local healthcare services demonstrate moderate overall performance compared to the national average, with room for improvement in hospital care quality. Cardiac care outcomes show varied effectiveness, with heart attack readmission rates falling behind the ideal, while heart failure care is better than average. The treatment of fractures and timely heart attack intervention could be enhanced. Notably, breast cancer surgeries display high efficiency, utilising minimally invasive techniques. Post-operative care duration is reasonably effective. Overall, healthcare here provides satisfactory services, though some areas may require attention for those prioritising hospital care and timeliness.
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.
56
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.
104
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.
107.312
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
1358
Median
1991
Third Quartile
2306
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
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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 20%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
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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 50%
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 High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Climate Description
Carpi offers a moderate climate, marked by pleasant, warm summers and generally mild winters. The abundance of sunlight throughout most of the year promotes an inviting atmosphere for outdoor activities and leisure. Precipitation is well-distributed across the seasons, ensuring lush landscapes without the extremity of frequent heavy downpours. As winter sets in, snowfall is relatively light, often just dusting the picturesque town, adding a brief, enchanting winter charm without causing significant disruptions. Overall, Carpi's climate combines moderate warmth with gentle seasonal transitions, making it an attractive destination for expats and retirees who favor comfort and stability in weather patterns.
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.
Fair
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.
82
Air Quality Description
In Carpi, the air quality generally delivers a pleasant experience for both visitors and long-term residents. Particulate matter is maintained at acceptable levels according to industry classifications, with both PM10 and PM2.5 ensuring a standard that only occasionally requires awareness of sensitive individuals. The town shows commendable readings in nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels, indicating efficient local governance in managing pollutants typically troubling urban centers. Ozone levels, while maintained at fair intervals, are monitored to preserve public health. Overall, Carpi presents an agreeable environment for those concerned with maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst their scenic Italian backdrop.
In Carpi, the air quality generally delivers a pleasant experience for both visitors and long-term residents. Particulate matter is maintained at acceptable levels according to industry classifications, with both PM10 and PM2.5 ensuring a standard that only occasionally requires awareness of sensitive individuals. The town shows commendable readings in nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels, indicating efficient local governance in managing pollutants typically troubling urban centers. Ozone levels, while maintained at fair intervals, are monitored to preserve public health. Overall, Carpi presents an agreeable environment for those concerned with maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst their scenic Italian backdrop.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Carpi is accessible via key regional routes, including the A22 Autostrada del Brennero to the north and SS12 via Modena to the south. The nearest train stations provide reasonable connectivity, and nearby Reggio Emilia and Bologna airports facilitate air travel. The town’s infrastructure is rated moderately.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Carpi, located in the Emilia-Romagna region, boasts a rich culinary scene characterized by traditional local dishes and a blend of international influences. The town is renowned for its unique cured meats such as Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella, Coppa, and Culatello, as well as regional specialties like tortellini, gnocco fritto, tigelle (specific types of local bread), erbazzone (a savory pie with greens and pancetta), and crostini topped with butter and culatello. The dining landscape is diverse, featuring a mix of historic trattorias and contemporary establishments that incorporate both local flavors and international cuisine. Notably, Carpi hosts Michelin-starred restaurants, including ‘Il Barolino’ and ‘Momento al 25’, both celebrated for their culinary excellence, offering visitors a refined dining experience that emphasizes the region’s gastronomic heritage.
Shopping Overview
Shopping options in the area comprise a variety of venues catering to diverse needs. Notable shopping centres feature supermarkets such as ALDI and larger commercial complexes for a broad retail experience. For those seeking non-grocery items, boutique stores, craft shops, and specialised gift outlets are prevalent, alongside larger shopping malls featuring a mix of fashion and lifestyle retailers. The offerings combine practical grocery shopping with leisure and lifestyle retail, providing a well-rounded shopping experience.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Carpi, located in Emilia-Romagna, offers a variety of outdoor activities appealing to expats and retirees. The Oasi La Francesa provides opportunities for bird-watching and enjoying native wildlife within a protected natural area. For those interested in leisurely walks, Parco Delle Rimembranze offers expansive green space. Active visitors can explore the Anello Ciclabile Carpi, a cycling loop connecting to nearby Concordia. These green areas and paths are part of a broader network of around 120 public parks and gardens, contributing to Carpi’s appeal as a hub for outdoor activities.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Good air quality promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate ensuring job stability.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Opportunities for community integration and social activities.
– Reliable public transportation connecting to larger cities.
– Moderate climate with pleasant seasonal variations.
– Educational facilities providing quality learning experiences.
– Non-touristy environment for a peaceful living experience.
– Adequate internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant social scenes.
– Smaller selection of international cuisine compared to larger cities.
– Occasional language barriers may lead to communication challenges.
– Limited shopping variety outside of local and traditional offerings.
– Cultural events may not cater to all expat interests.
– Rural surroundings might feel isolating for some newcomers.
– Smaller expat community may limit social networking opportunities.
– Weather can be humid during summer months, quite stuffy.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating to navigate.
– Public transport schedules may lack frequency during off-peak hours.
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