Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
495
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21000
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.
35900
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
96
Region
Toscana
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)
43
/ 11
Climate Description
Mild climate with distinct seasons, abundant sun, mild transitions, and moderate temperatures.
Cortona
Toscana
Ancient town in Tuscany known for cultural events, artisan shops, and scenic views.
Summary
Cortona, located in the picturesque region of Tuscany, welcomes expats and retirees with its blend of history and culture. This ancient town boasts key attractions such as breathtaking views over the Chiana Valley, artisan shops, and the famed Signorelli Theater. The annual Giostra dell’Archidado festival showcases the town’s medieval roots, complementing a vibrant calendar of cultural and food events. Outdoors enthusiasts can enjoy panoramic country walks and nearby Lake Trasimeno, while the hilly terrain also offers opportunities for athletic activities.
Despite its appealing lifestyle, it is worth noting that Cortona’s blend of ancient charm and tourist popularity can sometimes lead to a bustling atmosphere, particularly in peak seasons. Healthcare facilities are adequate, and the expat community is welcoming, providing a supportive environment. For those seeking a serene yet culturally rich Italian experience, Cortona represents a compelling option.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage throughout the town.
– Excellent air quality, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate, ensuring stable local economy.
– Good integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Quality healthcare services available to residents.
– Scenic landscapes and picturesque views enhance daily living.
– Mild climate with pleasant weather year-round.
– Limited tourist presence, offering a relaxed environment.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work options.
– Accessible transportation options for exploring surrounding areas.
❌ Cons
– Limited infrastructure may hinder transportation and accessibility at times.
– Healthcare score indicates potential for improvement in services.
– Income rank suggests economic limitations for financial growth opportunities.
– Average internet speed may frustrate heavy online users.
– Mild climate means occasional heat can be quite uncomfortable.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
– Some tourist presence could disrupt local tranquility during peak seasons.
– Smaller community may lack diverse cultural events and activities.
– Remote work options might be limited by local job market.
– Limited nightlife options could lead to boredom for some.
Cortona Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
21000
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.
35900
Births Per 100 Deaths
40.0
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.
Some Tourism
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.
20700
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.
3720 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Perugia-San Francesco d'Assisi (Perugia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
33min(s)
Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi – Umbria International Airport is located in the Umbria region of central Italy, serving the city of Perugia. It primarily offers seasonal flights through airlines such as British Airways and Ryanair, connecting passengers to key European cities like London, Barcelona, and Rome, along with domestic destinations such as Cagliari and Palermo. Not fitting the profile of a major hub, the airport is characterised by its modest passenger numbers but has experienced significant growth recently, making it an accessible entry point to Umbria via road, rail, and regional bus services.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Ampugnano (Siena)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
55min(s)
Siena Ampugnano Airport is located near Siena in Tuscany, Italy, operating primarily as a former small military airfield. With a single runway designated 18/36, it serves a limited number of flights mainly for general aviation. The airport features basic facilities such as refuelling, a flying school at the Aero Club di Siena, and a small restaurant-bar, catering primarily to private and charter flights rather than significant commercial routes.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Amerigo Vespucci (Florence)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
66min(s)
Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Florence Airport, is situated near Florence, Italy, serving as an essential international gateway in the Tuscany region. It handles over 3 million passengers annually, offering connectivity to a variety of European destinations such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, and more, with seasonal routes to cities like Lyon and Olbia. As a focus city for airlines such as Vueling and Volotea, the airport is well connected through a light-rail link and buses to central Florence, making it accessible for travellers exploring the vibrant city and its surroundings.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Camucia-Cortona
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 Camucia-Cortona includes regional rail lines mainly connecting to local and national destinations. The key destinations connected by direct trains include Rome, Florence, and Arezzo, with an approximate average of 16 services per day to Rome, taking around 2 hours and 54 minutes. The primary train operator at this station is Trenitalia, which provides regional services. Overall, departures are generally frequent but on an hourly basis or a few times daily depending on the destination. This station does not have high-speed trains, as it mainly serves regional services only, enabling passengers to connect conveniently to larger cities.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Terontola-Cortona
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
8min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Terontola-Cortona includes the following features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served by the Florence–Rome line and the Foligno–Terontola line.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to Florence, Rome, Foligno, and Perugia.
– **Train Operators**: The main train operators are Trenitalia and Rete Ferroviaria Italiana.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The station offers a frequency of departures that includes all regional services, as well as some intercity services, operating throughout the day.
– **Types of Services**: The station services are predominantly regional, with a mix of some intercity trains. There are no high-speed train services stopping here.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Tuoro sul Trasimeno
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
15min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Tuoro sul Trasimeno offers a range of regional rail connections. The primary rail line serving the station is the Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane’s regional line, which connects to major local destinations. Key direct connections include Perugia and Rome, with frequent services to these cities, as well as nearby places like Arezzo and Cortona. The main operator for these services is Trenitalia.
Train frequency typically includes approximately 10 departures per day to Perugia, with journeys taking about 1 hour. Services to Rome are available around 10 times daily, taking approximately 3 hours and 57 minutes. The station does not provide high-speed train services but operates regional trains only, catering primarily to local and intercity travellers.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
49
Bars
25
Cafes
18
Cinemas
1
Dentists
4
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
5
Health Clinics
20
Hiking Trails
3
Historical Sites
65
Libraries
0
Museums
2
Parks
27
Pharmacies
8
Restaurants
129
Shopping Centres
44
Supermarkets
11
Spas
31
Beach
Name
Lido Comunale Tuoro
Driving Distance
15mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Monte Fumaiolo - Le Balze
Driving Distance
94mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
66
Nearest Hospital Name
Cortona
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
11 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
5
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL TOSCANA SUD-EST
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Tuscany, the healthcare system demonstrates a mixed level of efficiency and quality. While it generally performs better than most in Italy, local hospital care remains a significant area for improvement. Heart attack readmissions are managed exceptionally well, and the treatment of bone fractures is timely. Minimally invasive breast cancer surgeries and short postoperative stays are relatively efficient. However, acute heart attack interventions and readmissions after heart failure reveal substantial inefficiencies. Consequently, while the healthcare services show competence in several areas, certain critical aspects warrant attention for those considering relocation.
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.
37
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
84
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
10
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.
99.213
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
1376
Median
2376
Third Quartile
3101
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very Walkable
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.
Top 20%
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.
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Climate Description
Cortona, located in Italy, offers a climate that balances distinct seasons with ample clear, sunny days. Winter introduces gentle snowfall, while summers are pleasantly warm without reaching extreme highs. The transitional seasons, spring and autumn, are particularly mild and encourage outdoor activities. Abundant sunshine throughout the year enhances the region's appeal for expats and retirees from colder or more variable climates. Cortona's weather, with its moderated temperatures and manageable precipitation levels, fosters not only agricultural richness but also provides a comfortable environment for those looking to enjoy their days in a serene setting.
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.
96
Air Quality Description
In Cortona, a quaint hill town nestled in the heart of Italy, air quality typically remains commendable throughout the year. The levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) are low, reflecting a minimal presence of fine airborne particles that often characterize urban pollution. Contributing to this purity are similarly low concentrations of nitrogen and sulfur dioxides, indicating limited industrial emissions in the area. However, the ozone level can sometimes hover in moderate ranges, a point to be aware of for those particularly sensitive to this component. Overall, Cortona offers a clean and healthy atmosphere, aligning well with its serene and historic ambiance.
In Cortona, a quaint hill town nestled in the heart of Italy, air quality typically remains commendable throughout the year. The levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) are low, reflecting a minimal presence of fine airborne particles that often characterize urban pollution. Contributing to this purity are similarly low concentrations of nitrogen and sulfur dioxides, indicating limited industrial emissions in the area. However, the ozone level can sometimes hover in moderate ranges, a point to be aware of for those particularly sensitive to this component. Overall, Cortona offers a clean and healthy atmosphere, aligning well with its serene and historic ambiance.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Cortona is accessible via the E45 highway, facilitating road travel to both Perugia and Siena. The nearest train stations enhance connectivity, while local infrastructure has a moderate rating. The proximity to Perugia-San Francesco d’Assisi and Ampugnano airports provides additional travel options.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Cortona, a historic town in Tuscany, boasts a rich culinary scene characterized by traditional Tuscan cuisine. Key local dishes include ribollita, a hearty vegetable and bread soup, pappa al pomodoro, a tomato and bread soup, and the renowned Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a thick cut of Florentine steak made from Chianina beef. The town also celebrates its agricultural heritage with local specialties like pici pasta and chianina steak, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced from the surrounding Valdichiana region. Dining options in Cortona are diverse, featuring family-run trattorias and elegant restaurants offering a mix of traditional and modern interpretations of Tuscan recipes. Additionally, there are international influences present in various establishments, catering to a variety of palates. Notably, the town is home to Michelin-starred dining venues that further exemplify its culinary excellence and focus on high-quality, locally-sourced food.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features a variety of local artisan shops, which offer products such as handcrafted leather goods, unique ceramics, and gourmet culinary items. Supermarkets provide essential groceries, while an outlet village and a mall cater to broader retail needs. Weekly markets enhance local commerce with fresh produce and artisanal products, fostering a community-centric shopping experience. This diverse mix caters to both everyday needs and specialty interests, appealing to expats and retirees alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Cortona offers a variety of outdoor activities including well-rated bike tours like those from Epic Bike and Tours of Tuscany Pty Ltd. For a scenic exploration, horseback riding tours are available through Agriturismo Il Frantoio. Hiking and camping tours allow residents to experience the natural beauty of the hills surrounding the area. Vespa rentals from Toop provide an alternative means to explore. The region also includes walking tours from Vertigo Experiences and 4WD off-road adventures with Chef Dandy. These activities provide ample opportunities for engaging with the region’s diverse landscapes.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage throughout the town.
– Excellent air quality, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate, ensuring stable local economy.
– Good integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Quality healthcare services available to residents.
– Scenic landscapes and picturesque views enhance daily living.
– Mild climate with pleasant weather year-round.
– Limited tourist presence, offering a relaxed environment.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work options.
– Accessible transportation options for exploring surrounding areas.
❌ Cons
– Limited infrastructure may hinder transportation and accessibility at times.
– Healthcare score indicates potential for improvement in services.
– Income rank suggests economic limitations for financial growth opportunities.
– Average internet speed may frustrate heavy online users.
– Mild climate means occasional heat can be quite uncomfortable.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
– Some tourist presence could disrupt local tranquility during peak seasons.
– Smaller community may lack diverse cultural events and activities.
– Remote work options might be limited by local job market.
– Limited nightlife options could lead to boredom for some.
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