Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
6
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14100
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.
21200
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Region
Calabria
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)
68
/ 23
Climate Description
Temperate climate with mild winters, warm summers, and moderate rainfall year-round.
Cirò Marina
Calabria
Coastal town known for Cirò DOC wine, Blue Flag beaches, and archaeological heritage.
Summary
Cirò Marina, situated on the Ionian Sea along the Costa dei Saraceni, offers a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty appealing to expats and retirees. The town is renowned for its production of Cirò DOC wine, made from the ancient Gaglioppo grape, and hosts various vineyards that punctuate the scenic landscape of olive groves and citrus orchards. Residents enjoy Blue Flag beaches known for their cleanliness and quality, perfect for leisure and relaxation.
Cultural attractions include the Archaeological Area of the Temple of Apollo Aleo, where remnants of ancient civilizations can be explored. The local community participates in vibrant events such as the Feast of San Cataldo, which features sea processions and lively celebrations. While the town has a relaxed atmosphere and lower healthcare rankings, the coastal lifestyle and rich traditions provide a compelling environment for those seeking a tranquil life in southern Italy.
✅ Pros
– Mild Mediterranean climate year-round, perfect for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate, promoting job stability and opportunities.
– Opportunity for integration into a close-knit local community.
– Less crowded, offering tranquility and a slower pace of life.
– Good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Basic healthcare facilities available for residents and expats.
– Limited tourist presence ensures a more authentic local experience.
– Reasonable transportation options for exploring the Calabria region.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality is below average, with limited specialized options.
– Internet connectivity can be slow and unreliable at times.
– Public transport options might not meet all travel needs.
– Local infrastructure could use significant improvements and updates.
– Limited recreational facilities and activities for diverse interests.
– Educational options may not cater to international standards.
– Job opportunities may be limited for non-Italian speakers.
– Seasonal weather can be quite hot and humid.
– Local bureaucracy can be cumbersome and frustrating to navigate.
– Cultural events and activities may be infrequent or limited.
Cirò Marina Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14100
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.
21200
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.
14700
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.
7184 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Sant'Anna (Crotone)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
43min(s)
Sant’Anna Airport, located near Crotone in Calabria, Italy, is a small domestic airport primarily serving regional and national routes. With around 170,898 passengers in 2022, it connects to Italian destinations such as Rome, Milan, and Bologna through airlines like Ryanair and Sky Alps. The airport is notable for its basic amenities suitable for budget travellers and is accessible via local buses, taxis, and car hire services, making it a modest yet functional hub for regional air travel.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Lamezia Terme (Lamezia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
114min(s)
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) is located in Calabria, southern Italy, approximately 9 km south of the city of Lamezia Terme. It overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea and is especially busy during the summer months, accommodating over 2.6 million passengers in 2022. The airport is a hub for low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, and WizzAir, offering connections to major Italian cities like Rome and Milan, as well as seasonal flights to destinations like Toronto, Vienna, and Cologne. Notably, the airport does not emphasize any particular hub designation but offers significant connectivity for both domestic and international flights, making it a convenient option for travellers seeking both leisure and business routes.
3rd 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
159min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Cirò
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
2min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Cirò is primarily focused on regional connectivity. The station is served by the following rail lines: the regional trains primarily operated by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Crotone and Taranto, with regional services connecting to larger hubs such as Reggio Calabria and Naples. Departures from Cirò typically occur a few times per day. There are no high-speed trains serving this station; the services are mainly regional, catering to local travel needs.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Torre Melissa
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Torre Melissa includes the following details:
– **Rail Lines:** The station services local and regional trains primarily operated by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations:** Direct connections are available to Cariati, Crotone, Bari Centrale, Lamezia Terme, Naples, and Belvedere Marittimo.
– **Train Operators:** Trenitalia and Italo provide services at this station.
– **Frequency of Departures:** There are approximately 7 trains per day to Cariati, Crotone, and Lamezia Terme, 4 daily trains to Bari Centrale, 10 to Naples, and 13 to Belvedere Marittimo.
– **Type of Trains:** The services primarily consist of regional trains, with no high-speed train connections available.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Crucoli
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Crucoli offers regional and intercity connections primarily operated by Trenitalia. The main rail lines serving the station include:
– **Line:** Crotone to Crucoli, with connections to larger hubs like Rome and other regional destinations.
**Key destinations connected by direct trains include:**
– Crotone
– Cirò Marina
– Lamezia Terme
– Catanzaro
**Train operators:**
– Trenitalia is the main operator providing service at this station;
– There are no services by Italo or other high-speed operators.
**Frequency of departures:**
– Trains run approximately every few hours, with some routes having up to 10 departures per day. The frequency may vary especially during weekends or holidays.
**Types of train services:**
– The station primarily offers regional train services, with no high-speed trains serving this location.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
0
Bars
0
Cafes
0
Cinemas
0
Dentists
9
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
3
Health Clinics
19
Hiking Trails
3
Historical Sites
0
Libraries
0
Museums
0
Parks
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
0
Shopping Centres
0
Supermarkets
0
Spas
0
Beach
Name
Camping Torre Nova
Driving Distance
5mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Palumbosila
Driving Distance
87mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
16
Nearest Hospital Name
San Giovanni di Dio
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
42 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
0
Local Public Healthcare Provider
A.S.P. CROTONE
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Calabria, local healthcare presents a mixed profile. The overall assessment of healthcare services ranks relatively low nationally, indicating room for improvement. Hospital care and emergency procedures, especially for heart attacks, perform slightly better. Cardiac readmissions show relative efficiency. However, services like promptly addressing bone fractures and swift postoperative recovery remain challenging. Cancer surgeries with modern methods are not extensively utilised. Individuals considering relocation should weigh these aspects when evaluating the healthcare infrastructure in this region.
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.
18
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.
19
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.
108.325
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
278
Median
500
Third Quartile
773
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 30%
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
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Climate Description
In Cirò Marina, Italy, the climate offers a temperate allure throughout the year. The town enjoys generous sunlight, contributing to its appeal as a residence for expats and retirees. Winters are mild, with infrequent episodes of snowfall, which add a brief, picturesque contrast to the typically mild seasons. Summers are pleasantly warm, not reaching extreme highs, making outdoor activities and leisure a year-round possibility. The region experiences moderate rainfall, which sustains lush local vineyards without being overly burdensome. Overall, Cirò Marina presents a climate that supports both relaxation and outdoor pursuits, making it an attractive destination for those looking to enjoy their golden years in a steady, inviting 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.
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
Cirò Marina, located along the picturesque Calabrian coast of Italy, offers residents notably sound air quality. An evaluation of particulate matter, essential in assessing respiratory health risks, shows low concentrations. Specifically, larger particles (PM10) and finer particles (PM2.5) present few concerns. Meanwhile, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide—pollutants that can signify industrial activity—are found well within acceptable limits. However, the level of ozone, a component crucial to consider due to its potential to irritate the respiratory system, hovers at moderate levels. Overall, the air quality in Cirò Marina supports a healthy living environment for retirees and expats alike.
Cirò Marina, located along the picturesque Calabrian coast of Italy, offers residents notably sound air quality. An evaluation of particulate matter, essential in assessing respiratory health risks, shows low concentrations. Specifically, larger particles (PM10) and finer particles (PM2.5) present few concerns. Meanwhile, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide—pollutants that can signify industrial activity—are found well within acceptable limits. However, the level of ozone, a component crucial to consider due to its potential to irritate the respiratory system, hovers at moderate levels. Overall, the air quality in Cirò Marina supports a healthy living environment for retirees and expats alike.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Cirò Marina is accessible via the SS106 and SS533 highways, facilitating regional travel. The nearest airport is Sant’Anna in Crotone, with a secondary option at Lamezia Terme. Local train stations provide basic connectivity, though the infrastructure rating suggests room for improvement.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Cirò Marina’s culinary scene is a reflection of Calabria’s rich gastronomic heritage, known for its robust flavors and use of local ingredients. Traditional dishes prominently feature seafood, owing to its coastal location, alongside local specialties such as ‘nduja (a spicy spreadable salami), and various pasta dishes made with locally sourced wheat. The town boasts a variety of dining establishments, ranging from local trattorias offering authentic expressions of Calabrian cuisine to wine bars that creatively reinterpret traditional recipes. While Cirò Marina showcases a range of international dining influences, it primarily focuses on Italian cuisine, making local ingredients a centerpiece of the menu. Currently, the Michelin Guide lists notable Michelin-starred restaurants within the broader region of Calabria, but Cirò Marina does not specify any Michelin-starred venues within the town itself.
Shopping Overview
In the region, shopping is diverse, catering to expats and retirees seeking convenience and local flavour. Key categories include supermarkets offering daily essentials, charming boutiques showcasing local craftsmanship, and large shopping centres that host various retail brands. Open-air markets provide fresh produce and regional specialities, enhancing the shopping experience with cultural authenticity. Notably, wine-tasting tours in nearby areas complement the shopping options, presenting unique opportunities to explore local gastronomic delights. The blend of modern retail environments and traditional markets reflects the area’s rich cultural tapestry, appealing to a variety of consumers.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Cirò Marina in Calabria offers a variety of outdoor activities focusing on its coastal and equestrian attractions. Key locations include Punta Alice, a popular beach destination, and Centro Ippico A.S.D Yeguada De Leo Vincenzo, noted for equestrian trails. The area’s coastline provides further engagement through various beach clubs such as White Beach and Stabilimento Balneare Calimero. These amenities cater to both leisure and active pursuits, appealing to expats and retirees seeking outdoor recreation and scenic environments reflective of Southern Italy’s coastal charm.
✅ Pros
– Mild Mediterranean climate year-round, perfect for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Low unemployment rate, promoting job stability and opportunities.
– Opportunity for integration into a close-knit local community.
– Less crowded, offering tranquility and a slower pace of life.
– Good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Basic healthcare facilities available for residents and expats.
– Limited tourist presence ensures a more authentic local experience.
– Reasonable transportation options for exploring the Calabria region.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality is below average, with limited specialized options.
– Internet connectivity can be slow and unreliable at times.
– Public transport options might not meet all travel needs.
– Local infrastructure could use significant improvements and updates.
– Limited recreational facilities and activities for diverse interests.
– Educational options may not cater to international standards.
– Job opportunities may be limited for non-Italian speakers.
– Seasonal weather can be quite hot and humid.
– Local bureaucracy can be cumbersome and frustrating to navigate.
– Cultural events and activities may be infrequent or limited.
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