Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
291
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
13000
Real Population (5km)
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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.
69700
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Lazio
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.
Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
104
/ 45
Climate Description
Temperate climate with sunny days, moderate rainfall; warm summers, mild winters, occasional snow.
Palombara Sabina
Lazio
Historic town in Lazio with modern amenities, near Rome; notable for culture and natural parks.
Summary
Palombara Sabina, nestled in the Lazio region, offers a mix of historical charm and modern conveniences, making it a noteworthy option for expats and retirees. Located within a short drive from Rome, the town’s ancient architecture and vibrant local culture contribute to its appeal. Attractions include well-preserved historical sites and nearby natural parks that enhance the living experience. The town boasts a pleasant climate with abundant sunlight, supporting outdoor activities and community engagement.
However, expats should be aware of certain challenges. While the internet connectivity is commendable, other aspects like public safety have raised concerns among residents. Additionally, the cost of living can be high relative to local income levels. Despite these considerations, the town’s culture and community spirit, alongside proximity to Rome, may offset these drawbacks for those seeking an authentic Italian lifestyle.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Good air quality fostering a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate ensuring economic stability.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore.
– Integration opportunities through local community activities.
– Mild climate ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Decent transportation links to Rome and surrounding areas.
– Friendly, welcoming atmosphere for newcomers.
– Sufficient educational facilities for various needs.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work or leisure.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options may leave you craving excitement.
– A small town means fewer choices for shopping and dining.
– Public transportation may not be as frequent as desired.
– Language barrier could make integration somewhat challenging.
– Seasonal tourist influx might disrupt local tranquility.
– Limited entertainment options for culture vultures and adventurers.
– Occasional summer heat might be a bit oppressive.
– Local bureaucracy can sometimes be frustratingly slow.
– Rural setting may not suit urban lifestyle enthusiasts.
– Fewer healthcare specialties compared to larger cities.
Palombara Sabina Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
13000
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.
69700
Births Per 100 Deaths
50.0
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.
No Data
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.
20000
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.
4253 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Ciampino (Rome)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
40min(s)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is located 12 km southeast of central Rome, close to the Greater Ring Road. It functions primarily as a base for budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, offering connections to key European destinations such as London–Stansted, Budapest, and Bucharest. As a secondary airport to Fiumicino, it serves nearly 6 million passengers annually, providing a convenient alternative with its focus on low-cost carriers.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Leonardo da Vinci (Rome Fiumicino)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
44min(s)
Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Rome Fiumicino (FCO), is situated approximately 35 km from Rome’s city centre. It is Italy’s largest airport, serving as the main hub for ITA Airways and a crucial gateway for international travel, connecting to over 200 destinations globally, including major European cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris. Known for its efficient transport links, such as the Fiumicino Aeroporto railway station and high-speed connections, the airport also features notable attractions like reproductions of Leonardo da Vinci’s works.
3rd 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
85min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Marcellina-Palombara
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Marcellina-Palombara includes:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is serviced by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations**: Key destinations connected by direct trains include Roma Termini, Rome, Bagni di Tivoli, Rome Fiumicino Airport, L’Aquila, and Mandela-Sambuci.
– **Train Operators**: The main operators are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains run approximately every hour to Roma Termini and other destinations. Selected routes may have fewer trains, depending upon the time of day.
– **Train Types**: Primarily, the station serves regional trains without high-speed services.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Guidonia-Montecelio-Sant'Angelo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
17min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Guidonia-Montecelio-Sant’Angelo is characterised by the following features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is serviced primarily by regional trains.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct train services connect Guidonia-Montecelio-Sant’Angelo to several important destinations including:
– **Roma Termini (Rome’s main station)**: approximately 31 minutes, with about 62 trains daily.
– **Roma Tiburtina**: around 31 minutes, with about 36 trains daily.
– **Lunghezza**: approximately 11 minutes, with about 33 trains daily.
– **Tivoli**: around 12 minutes, with about 25 trains daily.
– **Avezzano**: approximately 1 hour and 23 minutes, with about 15 trains daily.
– **General access to Rome city centre** is also convenient within about 25 minutes.
– **Train Operators**: The station services primarily regional operators including Trenitalia, which is the dominant train operator in the area.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Departures are frequent, typically ranging from every 10 minutes to every hour depending on the destination and time of day.
– **Types of Trains**: The services consist of regional trains only; there are no high-speed train services stopping at this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Fara Sabina-Montelibretti
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
21min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Fara Sabina-Montelibretti includes:
– **Rail Lines that Stop Here**: Primarily regional connections.
– **Key Destinations Connected by Direct Trains**: Main destinations include Roma Tiburtina, Rome, Rome Fiumicino Airport, Roma Termini, and Orte.
– **Train Operators**: Operated by Trenitalia, with no high-speed services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains to Rome Tiburtina and other key locations run regularly, with about 63 trains daily to Rome and 120 to Roma Termini.
– **Train Types**: Primarily regional trains, with no high-speed options available.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
6
Bars
3
Cafes
36
Cinemas
12
Dentists
9
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
3
Health Clinics
14
Hiking Trails
24
Historical Sites
73
Libraries
1
Museums
15
Parks
6
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
12
Shopping Centres
1
Supermarkets
6
Spas
3
Beach
Name
Fosso Colle Irto
Driving Distance
46mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Monte Terminillo
Driving Distance
78mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
61
Nearest Hospital Name
Santissimo Gonfalone-P. Soccor
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
18 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
2
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ROMA 5
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lazio, healthcare performance is mixed. Hospital care is somewhat below the national average, with general healthcare indicators reflecting a similar trend. Treatment for bone fractures is notably efficient, with swift response rates. Conditions such as breast cancer benefit from a moderate level of minimally invasive procedures. Heart-related treatments show varied results; readmissions after heart failure rank above average, although re-hospitalisations post-heart attack lag behind. Procedures for severe heart attacks meet typical timeframes efficiently. Surgical recovery durations are moderately effective. Overall, healthcare provision displays strengths in specific areas while maintaining room for improvement in others.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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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.
19
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
2
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.
116.086
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.
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
626
Median
626
Third Quartile
626
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.
Bottom 10%
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 20%
Counts of School
Climate & Weather
Precipitation
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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.
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Climate Description
Palombara Sabina, a quaint town in Italy, enjoys a temperate climate that appeals to those seeking a balance of sunny days and moderate rainfall throughout the year. The warmth peaks in summer, fostering an ideal atmosphere for both leisure and outdoor activities, while winters are mildly crisp with occasional snowfall, adding a picturesque touch to the landscape. The town benefits from plentiful sunshine, illuminating its historical architecture and lush surroundings, making it an attractive spot for expats and retirees. Overall, the climate in Palombara Sabina supports a comfortable lifestyle with its blend of moderate temperatures and ample sunlight.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
86
Air Quality Description
In Palombara Sabina, the air quality generally presents a conducive environment for those concerned with healthful living, often aligning with the needs of expatriates and retirees. This quaint Italian town boasts commendable levels of particulate matter and gases. The finer particles in the air, while moderately present, remain below concerning thresholds. Nitrogen and sulfur dioxide levels are notably low, reflecting limited industrial activity and high air quality standards. The presence of ozone is balanced, ensuring minimal irritation to those with respiratory sensitivities. Overall, Palombara Sabina offers an atmosphere that supports wellbeing, adding to the charm and habitability of the location.
In Palombara Sabina, the air quality generally presents a conducive environment for those concerned with healthful living, often aligning with the needs of expatriates and retirees. This quaint Italian town boasts commendable levels of particulate matter and gases. The finer particles in the air, while moderately present, remain below concerning thresholds. Nitrogen and sulfur dioxide levels are notably low, reflecting limited industrial activity and high air quality standards. The presence of ozone is balanced, ensuring minimal irritation to those with respiratory sensitivities. Overall, Palombara Sabina offers an atmosphere that supports wellbeing, adding to the charm and habitability of the location.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Palombara Sabina is accessible via key road connections, including the A24 motorway and SS 614. The town benefits from proximity to two airports, Ciampino and Fiumicino, both within 44 minutes. Nearby train stations offer reasonable connectivity, though public transport options could be improved.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Palombara Sabina, located in the Lazio region, is characterized by its rich culinary heritage that includes traditional dishes like ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach, fettuccine with tomato sauce, and local pasta named casarelle. The town is well-known for its participation in the traditional art of pasta-making, with locals and visitors alike engaging in the hands-on experience of crafting pasta. Dining options range from local trattorias that serve regional dishes to international offerings. Notably, the culinary scene is enriched by establishments featuring Michelin-starred cuisine, although specific Michelin-starred restaurants in Palombara Sabina are not identified at this time. The emphasis on high-quality local ingredients, such as notable olive oil from the region, enhances the overall gastronomic experience in Palombara Sabina.
Shopping Overview
Shopping in this region encompasses a variety of options including large supermarkets, small local shops, and specialty boutiques. Retail centres offer an array of consumables and dining choices, catering to everyday needs. Numerous street markets allow for fresh produce and artisanal products. The region’s proximity to larger commercial hubs provides access to major shopping malls and brands, enhancing retail variety. Additionally, local markets and seasonal fairs contribute to the vibrant shopping landscape, appealing to both residents and visitors.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Palombara Sabina offers a wealth of outdoor activities, anchored by several popular hiking trails. Monte Gennaro stands out with its hard-rated trails such as Monte Morrone della Croce and Monte Ferule, both providing challenging routes with substantial distances. These trails offer durations from around 4 to 6 hours. For moderate hikes, options like “Stazzano – Pozzo Badino – Monteflavio” offer accessible terrains with a 7-mile round trip. The area’s rich natural landscapes cater to physically active retirees seeking a serene yet adventurous lifestyle amid Lazio’s verdant hills.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Good air quality fostering a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate ensuring economic stability.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore.
– Integration opportunities through local community activities.
– Mild climate ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Decent transportation links to Rome and surrounding areas.
– Friendly, welcoming atmosphere for newcomers.
– Sufficient educational facilities for various needs.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work or leisure.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options may leave you craving excitement.
– A small town means fewer choices for shopping and dining.
– Public transportation may not be as frequent as desired.
– Language barrier could make integration somewhat challenging.
– Seasonal tourist influx might disrupt local tranquility.
– Limited entertainment options for culture vultures and adventurers.
– Occasional summer heat might be a bit oppressive.
– Local bureaucracy can sometimes be frustratingly slow.
– Rural setting may not suit urban lifestyle enthusiasts.
– Fewer healthcare specialties compared to larger cities.
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