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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.
63
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
171200
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.
300700
Air Quality Rating
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Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Region
Emilia-Romagna
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.
High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
238
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Climate Description
Temperate climate with mild winters, warm summers, and moderate, well-distributed precipitation.
Reggio nell’Emilia
Emilia-Romagna
Historical charm, modern conveniences, rich culinary scene, strong educational approach, practical regional culture.
Summary
Reggio nell’Emilia, situated in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, offers a blend of historical charm and modern conveniences, making it suitable for expats and retirees. The city is renowned for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant culinary scene, notably its Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and balsamic vinegar. Key attractions include its historic center and the esteemed Teatro Municipale Valli, which host various cultural events. The Reggio Emilia approach to education, emphasizing creativity and child-centered learning, is also a point of pride.
Yet, living in Reggio entails adapting to a regional culture where traditional values often prevail. Reggiani are characterized by a practical, down-to-earth demeanor and a certain skepticism towards change, which can sometimes pose challenges for newcomers. The city is well-connected with good healthcare facilities, although the nearest beach is quite a distance away. Overall, Reggio nell’Emilia provides a welcoming environment for those willing to embrace its unique character.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services and facilities available locally.
– Low unemployment rate ensures job stability and opportunities.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Excellent integration opportunities within the local community.
– Good infrastructure supports transportation and daily life.
– Low tourist presence allows for a peaceful lifestyle.
– Good air quality enhances overall well-being and health.
– Favorable economic environment for retirees and expats.
– Strong local education facilities for lifelong learning opportunities.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options may disappoint evening socializers.
– Public transportation can be infrequent and less reliable.
– Local bureaucracy may be slow and frustrating at times.
– Language barrier might hinder deeper community connections.
– Internet speed, while decent, may not meet heavy users’ needs.
– Cultural activities may be less diverse compared to larger cities.
– Smaller expat community can feel isolating for some.
– Mild winters can still be dreary and gray.
– Limited shopping options compared to major urban areas.
– Cost of living may not be as low as expected.
Reggio nell'Emilia Demographics
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
171200
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.
300700
Births Per 100 Deaths
80.0
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)
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This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
24800
Income rank in Italy (2023)
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This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
544 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Reggio Emilia Airport (Reggio nell'Emilia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
6min(s)
Reggio Emilia Airport (Aeroporto di Reggio Emilia) primarily serves general aviation and doesn’t handle regular commercial passenger flights. Travellers to the region typically use nearby larger airports such as Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Milan Linate, and Parma Airport for international travel. The airport does not have significant passenger volume or notable airline hubs and destinations.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Giuseppe Verdi (Parma)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
29min(s)
Giuseppe Verdi Airport, also known as Parma Airport (PMF), is situated just northwest of Parma in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It is a smaller regional airport with annual passenger numbers of around 116,720 as of 2022. Main destinations include Comiso, Trapani, and Chișinău, serviced primarily by carriers like Aeroitalia and FlyOne, with Ryanair offering seasonal flights to destinations like Palermo. The airport is noted for its convenience for travellers seeking access to this part of Northern Italy.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Guglielmo Marconi (Bologna)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
39min(s)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport, located in Bologna, Italy, approximately 6 km from the city centre, serves as a vital transport hub in the Emilia-Romagna region. With nearly 10 million passengers in 2023, it ranks among Italy’s busier airports, connecting travellers to over 100 destinations, including major cities like Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Dubai. Key routes facilitated by airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air include domestic flights to Catania and international connections to Tirana and Madrid, with the longest direct route being to Dubai. The airport’s connectivity is enhanced by a monorail to Bologna Central Station, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Reggio Emilia
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
3min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Reggio Emilia includes the following main features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station serves multiple rail lines including high-speed services.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct train connections to important cities such as Milan, Bologna, and Florence.
– **Train Operators**: Services are operated predominantly by Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains generally depart every 30 minutes to hourly, though some less frequent services are also available.
– **Train Types**: The station accommodates both high-speed trains and regional services, providing a mix of travel options for passengers.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Reggio Santa Croce
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
6min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Reggio Santa Croce includes services from multiple rail lines with key connections to prominent destinations. The primary rail lines serving this station are regional and high-speed services operated by Trenitalia and Italo.
Key destinations connected by direct trains include major cities like Bologna, Florence, and Milan, enabling passengers to access significant hubs in Italy efficiently.
Train operators at this station include Trenitalia, which operates both regional and high-speed services, and Italo, focusing primarily on high-speed connectivity.
The frequency of departures from Stazione di Reggio Santa Croce can vary, with regional trains typically running every 30 minutes to an hour, while high-speed services may have fewer departures depending on the time of day.
Stazione di Reggio Santa Croce offers a mix of regional and high-speed trains, making it a crucial point for both local and long-distance travel.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana consists of a mix of high-speed and regional trains.
– **Rail Lines That Stop Here:** The station is located on the Milan–Bologna high-speed railway and also services the Reggio Emilia-Guastalla railway.
– **Key Destinations Connected By Direct Trains:** Notable destinations include Turin, Milan, Bologna, Florence, Rome, Naples, Salerno, Ancona, Pescara, Foggia, Bari, and Guastalla.
– **Train Operators:** Services are operated by Trenitalia, Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori, and Ferrovie Emilia Romagna.
– **Frequency of Departures:** The station features both high-speed services and local services, ensuring frequent connections throughout the day.
– **Train Types:** The station serves high-speed trains such as Frecciarossa and Italo, alongside regional trains (Treno regionale).
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
130
Bars
3
Cafes
9
Cinemas
20
Dentists
9
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
1
Health Clinics
7
Hiking Trails
14
Historical Sites
284
Libraries
15
Museums
12
Parks
6
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
25
Shopping Centres
49
Supermarkets
131
Spas
121
Beach
Name
Bilancino - Sieve
Driving Distance
87mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Piane di Mocogno
Driving Distance
77mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
72
Nearest Hospital Name
Arcispedale Santa Maria Nuova
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
14
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL REGGIO EMILIA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Emilia Romagna, healthcare provision displays varied effectiveness. While local hospital care is relatively robust, with efficient response times for acute myocardial infarctions, overall quality across indicators is mixed. Readmissions shortly after heart attacks see favourable outcomes, yet prompt attention to bone fractures is less satisfactory. Minimally invasive surgery for breast cancer operates below average, though post-operative recovery times are commendably brief. However, the capacity to manage readmissions following heart failure presents significant room for improvement. Prospective residents should assess these diverse performance levels when considering healthcare accessibility and quality.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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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.
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.
102
Car Insurance Price Index
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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.
105.625
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
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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
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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
1550
Median
2096
Third Quartile
2625
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
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 50%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
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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
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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.
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Climate Description
Reggio nell'Emilia enjoys a temperate climate, characterized by mild winters and warm summers. The city sees an equitable distribution of sunshine throughout the year, ensuring plenty of bright days. Precipitation is moderate and well-distributed across different seasons, which contributes to the lush landscapes surrounding the area. Snowfall is infrequent but occurs enough to blanket the city in a light, picturesque layer during the colder months. The climate strikes a balance between cold and heat, making it ideal for expats and retirees looking for a comfortable year-round environment. Reggio nell'Emilia offers a welcoming climate for those accustomed to moderate European weather conditions.
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.
Fair
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
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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
[?]
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.
82
Air Quality Description
In Reggio nell’Emilia, the air quality largely presents a balanced environment, conducive for those looking to relocate or retire. Particulate matters such as PM10 and PM2.5 maintain fair levels, suggesting a moderate presence of these fine particles in the air, typically a concern in more urban settings. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are recorded at good levels, indicating efficient management of pollutants that could otherwise affect respiratory health. Ozone, while also at a fair rating, is kept at a relatively reasonable amount, ensuring the atmosphere remains pleasant for daily activities without significant risk of irritation or discomfort. Overall, Reggio nell’Emilia offers a reasonably clean and accommodating atmospheric condition.
In Reggio nell’Emilia, the air quality largely presents a balanced environment, conducive for those looking to relocate or retire. Particulate matters such as PM10 and PM2.5 maintain fair levels, suggesting a moderate presence of these fine particles in the air, typically a concern in more urban settings. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are recorded at good levels, indicating efficient management of pollutants that could otherwise affect respiratory health. Ozone, while also at a fair rating, is kept at a relatively reasonable amount, ensuring the atmosphere remains pleasant for daily activities without significant risk of irritation or discomfort. Overall, Reggio nell’Emilia offers a reasonably clean and accommodating atmospheric condition.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Reggio nell’Emilia benefits from strong transport links via the A1 autostrada and is served by two nearby train stations, offering excellent connectivity options. The town is also in proximity to Reggio Emilia Airport and Giuseppe Verdi Airport in Parma, enhancing its accessibility for regional and international travel.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Reggio nell’Emilia, a vibrant town in the Emilia-Romagna region, boasts a rich culinary heritage characterized by traditional dishes such as Cappelletti (homemade pasta), Spinach tortelli, Erbazzone (a savory pie), and Bomba di Riso. The local cuisine is complemented by renowned products like Parmigiano Reggiano and Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. The dining landscape features a variety of establishments ranging from family-run trattorias serving regional specialties to more upscale venues. Notably, the town is home to a Michelin-starred establishment, Enigma, known for its exquisite modern interpretations of traditional flavors. Internationally, the town offers diverse options, including restaurants serving vegan cuisine, Basque dishes, and other global flavors, ensuring a delightful experience for both locals and visitors alike.
Shopping Overview
The shopping scene features a blend of supermarkets, boutique shops, and shopping centres, catering to diverse tastes. Notable venues include indoor markets offering local produce and organic products, alongside street markets operating weekly. A significant farmers’ market provides fresh agricultural goods and speciality items. Larger shopping centres house various retail brands, creating an appealing mix of options for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Reggio nell’Emilia in Emilia-Romagna hosts a variety of outdoor activities and green spaces suitable for expats and retirees. Notable hiking routes include the “Via delle Ville – Ciclabile Crostolo,” a scenic path ideal for leisurely walks, as well as the route from Reggio Emilia to the Canossa Castle. The area is also home to the Cerwood Adventure Park, which offers family-friendly outdoor activities. Additionally, the Giro Oasi del Gruccione provides engaging natural surroundings for nature enthusiasts.
Reggio Emilia’s infrastructure supports outdoor lifestyles with comprehensive natural trails, enhancing its appeal for those contemplating a move to the region.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services and facilities available locally.
– Low unemployment rate ensures job stability and opportunities.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Excellent integration opportunities within the local community.
– Good infrastructure supports transportation and daily life.
– Low tourist presence allows for a peaceful lifestyle.
– Good air quality enhances overall well-being and health.
– Favorable economic environment for retirees and expats.
– Strong local education facilities for lifelong learning opportunities.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options may disappoint evening socializers.
– Public transportation can be infrequent and less reliable.
– Local bureaucracy may be slow and frustrating at times.
– Language barrier might hinder deeper community connections.
– Internet speed, while decent, may not meet heavy users’ needs.
– Cultural activities may be less diverse compared to larger cities.
– Smaller expat community can feel isolating for some.
– Mild winters can still be dreary and gray.
– Limited shopping options compared to major urban areas.
– Cost of living may not be as low as expected.
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