Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
553
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10800
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.
90800
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
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)
66
/ 16
Climate Description
Sunny climate, warm summers, mild winters, rare snow, moderate rainfall, consistent weather.
Mazzarino
Sicilia
Sicilian town with historical sites, a warm community, and access to Mediterranean beaches.
Summary
Mazzarino, situated in Sicily’s Caltanissetta province, offers a blend of cultural heritage and community warmth, appealing to foreign retirees and expats. Its geographic location provides easy access to the Mediterranean, with beautiful beaches just a short drive away. Mazzarino is notable for its local charm, featuring historical sites that reflect Sicilian history, including archaeological treasures and baroque architecture. The community is welcoming, fostering a friendly atmosphere conducive to integration. Additionally, Mazzarino enjoys a Mediterranean climate with ample sunny days, making it ideal for outdoor pursuits. However, expats should note the nearest airport is over an hour away, which could pose challenges for travel. While healthcare services are generally of good quality, the healthcare quality metric indicates some room for improvement. Nonetheless, Mazzarino stands out as an attractive option for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle blended with rich cultural experiences.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and appreciate.
– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Opportunities for integration within the local community and culture.
– Non-touristic environment for a more authentic Italian experience.
– Access to local markets for fresh and affordable produce.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthier lifestyle.
– Peaceful living away from crowded urban centers.
– Potential for a slower pace of life and relaxation.
– Proximity to beautiful landscapes and scenic countryside.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality may not meet high expectations for expats.
– Limited transportation options for those without a personal vehicle.
– Unemployment rate slightly higher than the national average.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users or remote workers.
– Infrastructure could use significant improvements for modern living.
– Few educational facilities for those with children or teens.
– Cultural activities may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating to navigate.
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for younger residents.
– Language barrier might hinder full integration into the community.
Mazzarino Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10800
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.
90800
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.
16500
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.
6285 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
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
83min(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.
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
111min(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
Birgi (Trapani)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
141min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Gela
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
32min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Gela includes regional trains primarily operated by Trenitalia on the Siracusa-Gela-Canicattì and Catania-Caltagirone-Gela lines. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Syracuse, Catania, Ragusa, Caltanissetta, Palermo, and Licata. The frequency of departures is not specified, but regional trains do not operate at very high frequencies, typically offering a few services per day. Gela station does not have high-speed train services and operates only regional connections, as it is not electrified and serves primarily local and regional routes.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Campobello-Ravanusa
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
39min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Campobello-Ravanusa includes the following details:
– **Rail Lines**: Primarily, the station is served by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to Agrigento Centrale and Licata.
– **Train Operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, providing regional services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: There are limited services, with trains operating approximately twice daily to Licata and a similar frequency to Agrigento.
– **Train Types**: The services mainly consist of regional trains, with no high-speed train services available.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Caltanissetta Centrale
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
46min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Caltanissetta Centrale offers a range of train services primarily operated by Trenitalia. The station is served by regional trains and, notably, there are no high-speed train services available.
**Rail Lines**: The main rail lines serving Caltanissetta Centrale connect to the Sicilian railway network, facilitating travel to various key destinations.
**Key Destinations**: Direct train services link Caltanissetta to major cities such as Palermo, Catania, and Agrigento. Additionally, connections to other regional destinations are available.
**Train Operators**: The primary operator is Trenitalia, which runs the regional services in this area.
**Frequency of Departures**: Train departures typically occur on an hourly basis, though the frequency may vary throughout the day, with some times of the day seeing fewer trains.
**Train Types**: The station primarily handles regional services, with no high-speed train offerings to this location, catering mainly to local and regional travellers.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
39
Bars
7
Cafes
11
Cinemas
1
Dentists
7
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
7
Health Clinics
10
Hiking Trails
5
Historical Sites
116
Libraries
0
Museums
7
Parks
3
Pharmacies
5
Restaurants
72
Shopping Centres
29
Supermarkets
75
Spas
20
Beach
Name
Foce Rio Desusino
Driving Distance
35mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Piano Battaglia
Driving Distance
109mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
42
Nearest Hospital Name
Santo Stefano
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
16 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
4
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP CALTANISSETTA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicilia, healthcare provision exhibits varied efficiency. Hospital care is below the national average, and overall health services rank similarly. Heart attack readmissions fare inadequately, and emergency procedures for severe heart conditions are notably slow. Fracture treatment and breast cancer surgeries reflect modest performance. Conversely, recovery periods for surgeries are commendably minimal. Heart failure readmissions show strong outcomes, underscoring specific proficiency. Expats and retirees should weigh these disparities in healthcare services when considering relocation.
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.
2
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
1
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
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.
90.439
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
310
Median
425
Third Quartile
573
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 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.
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.
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Sunshine
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
Mazzarino enjoys a predominantly sunny climate, with clear skies gracing the town for most of the year. This Sicilian gem has warm summers that peak with substantial heat, perfect for al fresco dining and late evening walks. Winters are mild, with temperatures rarely dropping to biting cold, and snowfall is an exceptional rarity, often creating a brief, picturesque dusting that quickly disappears. Rainfall is moderate but well distributed throughout the year, ensuring lush landscapes that contrast beautifully against the town’s historical backdrops. Overall, the climate in Mazzarino offers a comfortable setting ideal for those seeking a serene retreat amid remarkably consistent weather.
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.
84
Air Quality Description
Mazzarino, situated in Italy, offers a commendable air quality environment for its residents. In this tranquil town, the levels of particulate matter, both fine (PM2.5) and coarse (PM10), are well within the range classified as ‘Good,’ suggesting minimal intrusion by these air particles. Furthermore, the town exhibits low concentrations of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, maintaining a clean, breathable atmosphere which is also classified as ‘Good.’ However, the ozone levels are slightly elevated, falling into the ‘Fair’ category, indicating a moderate presence that could affect sensitive groups during peak hours. Overall, Mazzarino’s air quality is conducive for those seeking a healthier lifestyle away from urban pollutants.
Mazzarino, situated in Italy, offers a commendable air quality environment for its residents. In this tranquil town, the levels of particulate matter, both fine (PM2.5) and coarse (PM10), are well within the range classified as ‘Good,’ suggesting minimal intrusion by these air particles. Furthermore, the town exhibits low concentrations of nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, maintaining a clean, breathable atmosphere which is also classified as ‘Good.’ However, the ozone levels are slightly elevated, falling into the ‘Fair’ category, indicating a moderate presence that could affect sensitive groups during peak hours. Overall, Mazzarino’s air quality is conducive for those seeking a healthier lifestyle away from urban pollutants.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Mazzarino is accessible via the SS626 and SS115 roads, providing connections to Catania and Palermo. The nearest airports, Catania Fontanarossa and Falcone Borsellino, offer limited international flights. Train stations nearby have low connectivity ratings, reflecting Mazzarino’s modest transport infrastructure.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Mazzarino, situated in Sicily, showcases a vibrant culinary scene characterized by traditional Sicilian cuisine rich in flavors and cultural influences. Key traditional dishes include Caponata, a sweet and sour eggplant stew, Arancini (stuffed rice balls), and Pasta alla Norma featuring eggplant in tomato sauce, alongside an array of seafood such as Involtini di Pesce Spade. The dining landscape in Mazzarino features a variety of restaurants, ranging from local establishments specializing in traditional dishes to those offering international cuisine, reflecting diverse culinary influences. However, it appears there are currently no Michelin-starred restaurants in Mazzarino, highlighting the town’s unique yet unstarred culinary offerings.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape includes various formats such as supermarkets, convenience stores, and local boutiques. Supermarkets supply essential goods, offering a range of products for everyday needs. Local markets feature fresh produce and regional specialities, providing an authentic shopping experience. In addition, malls serve as significant shopping venues, hosting multiple retail outlets and eateries. Expats and retirees will find a mix of modern amenities and traditional shopping avenues, reflecting both contemporary and local culture.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Mazzarino in Sicilia offers diverse outdoor activities suited for hiking enthusiasts and those interested in exploring natural landscapes. Key trails include the San Michele di Ganzaria and Necropoli di Piano Cannelle ring tour, Monte Formaggio with the loop through Contrada Canalotto, and the forest trail from Sommatino to Cugno del Cavallo. Each provides a unique opportunity to experience Sicily’s rural environment. These trails are complemented by cultural routes like the Castello di Mazzarino e Statio Philosopiana loop tour, which combines physical activity with historical exploration.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and appreciate.
– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Opportunities for integration within the local community and culture.
– Non-touristic environment for a more authentic Italian experience.
– Access to local markets for fresh and affordable produce.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthier lifestyle.
– Peaceful living away from crowded urban centers.
– Potential for a slower pace of life and relaxation.
– Proximity to beautiful landscapes and scenic countryside.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality may not meet high expectations for expats.
– Limited transportation options for those without a personal vehicle.
– Unemployment rate slightly higher than the national average.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users or remote workers.
– Infrastructure could use significant improvements for modern living.
– Few educational facilities for those with children or teens.
– Cultural activities may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating to navigate.
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for younger residents.
– Language barrier might hinder full integration into the community.
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