Elevation
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Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
10
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
50000
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.
100100
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Region
Sicilia
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.
Medium
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
211
/ 112
Climate Description
Temperate climate, abundant sunshine, minimal rain, warm summers, mild winters, no snow.
Mazara del Vallo
Sicilia
Coastal town known for Arab-Norman architecture, fishing port, and limited amenities for expats.
Summary
Mazara del Vallo, located on Sicilia’s southwestern coast, offers a rich tapestry of history and culture that attracts foreign expats and retirees seeking an authentic Italian experience. This vibrant town boasts a pedestrian-friendly layout with a walk score that facilitates easy exploration of its charming streets, lively markets, and picturesque waterfront. Key attractions include the ancient Arab-Norman architecture and the bustling fishing port, reflecting the town’s deep maritime traditions.
While Mazara del Vallo is well-regarded for its seafood industry, which sustains the local economy, expats may find certain amenities limited compared to larger cities. Its proximity to the nearest beach enhances its appeal; however, residents may need to travel a short distance for outdoor recreational activities. Healthcare facilities are present but can be less comprehensive. Overall, Mazara del Vallo presents a unique lifestyle characterized by warmth, community, and Sicilian heritage, appealing to those drawn to its relaxed pace of life.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore daily.
– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Opportunities for integration within a welcoming local community.
– Access to quality healthcare facilities in the region.
– Less crowded, providing a tranquil living environment.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Good air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Local markets offering fresh produce and regional specialties.
– Scenic coastal views and beautiful natural surroundings.
– Convenient transportation options for regional travel and exploration.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may concern those with specific needs.
– Internet connectivity can be slow during peak usage times.
– Local job market can be competitive and challenging for expats.
– Cultural offerings may not satisfy those seeking major attractions.
– Public transportation options may not be as frequent or reliable.
– Mild winters still mean some dampness and chilly evenings.
– Less touristy means fewer amenities for international tastes.
– Economic opportunities may be limited for skilled professionals.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustrating and time-consuming.
– Regional dialects may pose communication challenges for newcomers.
Mazara del Vallo Demographics
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
50000
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.
100100
Births Per 100 Deaths
90.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
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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.
16900
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.
6045 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
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
34min(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.
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
56min(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
Catania Fontanarossa (Catania)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
153min(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 Mazara del Vallo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
12min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Mazara del Vallo includes several rail lines operated by Trenitalia and Italo. Key destinations connected by direct trains from this station are Marsala, Trapani, Castelvetrano, Castellammare del Golfo, Palermo, and Campobello di Mazara.
The frequency of departures varies according to destination:
– Marsala: 13 trains per day, from 05:42 to 20:33
– Trapani: 26 trains per day, from 05:42 to 20:33
– Castelvetrano: 20 trains per day, from 06:51 to 22:31
– Castellammare del Golfo: 5 trains per day, from 07:56 to 22:31
– Palermo: 10 trains per day, from 07:56 to 22:31
– Campobello di Mazara: 18 trains per day, from 06:51 to 22:31
The station primarily serves regional routes and does not have high-speed train services. Travel times to select destinations include 18 minutes to Marsala and 2 hours 13 minutes to Palermo.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Campobello di Mazara
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 Campobello di Mazara includes various rail lines operated primarily by Trenitalia. Key destinations connected by direct trains include: Marsala, Trapani, Castellammare del Golfo, Mazara del Vallo, Castelvetrano, and Petrosino Strasatti.
Frequency of departures varies by destination, with Marsala, Trapani, and Mazara del Vallo served by approximately 13 trains daily; Trapani even has around 26 trains daily. The frequency for Castellammare del Golfo is about 5 trains daily, while Castelvetrano has 17 trains daily.
Currently, the train services are mainly regional, without high-speed trains reported at this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Castelvetrano
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 Castelvetrano includes mainly regional trains operated by Trenitalia, with no high-speed services available at this station. Key rail lines stopping here connect Castelvetrano with various destinations. Direct trains are frequently available to Trapani, Mazara del Vallo, Marsala, Palermo, and Campobello di Mazara. Specifically, the station has:
– Rail Lines: Trenitalia regional services.
– Key Destinations:
– Trapani (1h 36m, 26 trains per day)
– Marsala (41m, 13 trains per day)
– Mazara del Vallo (19m, 13 trains per day)
– Palermo (1h 51m, 10 trains per day)
– Campobello di Mazara (7m, 13 trains per day)
– Train Operators: Trenitalia only, with no Italo services.
– Frequency of Departures: Ranges from 10 to 26 services per day depending on the destination.
– Service Type: Regional only, no high-speed trains.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
3
Bars
97
Cafes
26
Cinemas
4
Dentists
3
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
5
Health Clinics
2
Hiking Trails
14
Historical Sites
66
Libraries
1
Museums
7
Parks
22
Pharmacies
13
Restaurants
83
Shopping Centres
4
Supermarkets
10
Spas
19
Beach
Name
L/Mare G.Mazzini-Antistante Villa Jolanda
Driving Distance
13mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Piano Battaglia
Driving Distance
182mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
34
Nearest Hospital Name
Abele Ajello-Pronto Soccorso
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
9 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
11
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP DI TRAPANI
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicily, local healthcare presents a mixed profile in terms of efficiency and quality. Hospital care quality is below average within the national context. Efficiency varies significantly; urgent cardiac interventions are handled promptly, reflecting high performance in emergency responses. However, outcomes for post-heart attack readmissions and timely treatment of bone fractures are less robust. Surgical procedures employing minimally invasive techniques for breast cancer are notably low. Recovery times after operations longer than three days occur infrequently, indicating some strengths in post-operative care. Overall, prospective residents should weigh these factors when considering healthcare services 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.
46
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.
4
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.
96.176
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
532
Median
767
Third Quartile
1044
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
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 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.
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.
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Sunshine
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
Mazara del Vallo offers a temperate climate with abundant sunshine and minimal rainfall throughout the year, fostering an agreeable environment for both expats and retirees. The town experiences warm summers and mild winters, a prime condition that supports outdoor leisure and exploration year-round. There's no occurrence of snow, thereby simplifying living conditions and travel. This consistent climate enables residents to enjoy the scenic beauty and outdoor activities without the interruption of extreme weather, making it an attractive destination for those looking to enjoy a steady and predictable Mediterranean climate.
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
Mazara del Vallo offers an air quality that could be generally characterized as satisfactory for daily activities. Situated in Italy, this town experiences particulate matter levels that are within acceptable standards, ensuring residents face relatively minimal risk of air pollution-related health issues. The pollutants, including both particles of different microns and gases, mainly manifest within the ‘Good’ to ‘Fair’ range. A subtle presence of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide underscores the town’s capability to maintain an environment friendly to both expatriates and retiring individuals seeking a place with conducive atmospheric conditions. The ozone level suggests room for mild concern, warranting occasional attention.
Mazara del Vallo offers an air quality that could be generally characterized as satisfactory for daily activities. Situated in Italy, this town experiences particulate matter levels that are within acceptable standards, ensuring residents face relatively minimal risk of air pollution-related health issues. The pollutants, including both particles of different microns and gases, mainly manifest within the ‘Good’ to ‘Fair’ range. A subtle presence of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide underscores the town’s capability to maintain an environment friendly to both expatriates and retiring individuals seeking a place with conducive atmospheric conditions. The ozone level suggests room for mild concern, warranting occasional attention.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Mazara del Vallo is accessible via the A29 motorway connecting it to Trapani and Palermo. The nearest airports are Trapani’s Birgi and Palermo’s Falcone Borsellino. Local train stations provide moderate connectivity, reflecting the town’s mix of accessibility and infrastructural development.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Mazara del Vallo’s culinary scene is characterized by its strong seafood traditions, particularly highlighting the renowned red prawns, a local delicacy. The cuisine is primarily rooted in Sicilian traditions, evident in dishes such as seafood pasta, couscous di pesce, and caponata. The variety of dining establishments ranges from traditional local eateries focusing on fresh seafood to more modern international influences. Notably, the town boasts Michelin-starred restaurants that elevate local ingredients and traditional recipes, showcasing the region’s rich culinary heritage. This blend of local and international cuisine provides a vibrant dining atmosphere, attracting both locals and visitors alike.
Shopping Overview
The city offers a diverse shopping landscape, featuring various categories such as supermarkets, tailored boutiques, and lively flea markets. Visitors can explore specialty and gift shops that highlight local craftsmanship. Additionally, the presence of retail centres provides a blend of shopping experiences. Markets are prevalent, offering fresh produce and unique items, further enriching the local commerce. While larger malls are nearby, the local environment promotes an engaging shopping atmosphere.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Mazara del Vallo offers various outdoor activities suitable for expatriates and retirees. Key attractions include Spiaggia di Tonnarella and Spiaggia Sabbiosa, renowned beaches providing scenic relaxation. The area supports water sports, featuring facilities like Kitesurf Mazara Kite School for windsurfing. Nature enthusiasts can explore several wildlife areas around the city. Additional options for outdoor engagement include scuba diving tours, highlighting the underwater fauna, and multi-day boat excursions. These activities make the location ideal for those seeking both active and leisurely outdoor lifestyles.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore daily.
– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Opportunities for integration within a welcoming local community.
– Access to quality healthcare facilities in the region.
– Less crowded, providing a tranquil living environment.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Good air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Local markets offering fresh produce and regional specialties.
– Scenic coastal views and beautiful natural surroundings.
– Convenient transportation options for regional travel and exploration.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may concern those with specific needs.
– Internet connectivity can be slow during peak usage times.
– Local job market can be competitive and challenging for expats.
– Cultural offerings may not satisfy those seeking major attractions.
– Public transportation options may not be as frequent or reliable.
– Mild winters still mean some dampness and chilly evenings.
– Less touristy means fewer amenities for international tastes.
– Economic opportunities may be limited for skilled professionals.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustrating and time-consuming.
– Regional dialects may pose communication challenges for newcomers.
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