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.
16
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
126700
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.
258600
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Campania
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)
232
/ 137
Climate Description
Mediterranean climate: mild winters, dry sunny summers, ideal for year-round outdoor living.
Salerno
Campania
Coastal city known for culture, historic architecture, outdoor living, and affordable cost of living.
Summary
Salerno, located on Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast, presents an appealing option for expats and retirees seeking a vibrant coastal lifestyle. This dynamic city is known for its rich culture and lively outdoor atmosphere, particularly along the scenic Lungomare Trieste promenade. Key attractions include the historic cathedral of St. Matthew, nestled within its charming old town, and various art-filled churches and museums that reflect its artistic heritage. Salerno hosts a range of events, from lively summer beach parties to the celebrated Christmas lights display, ‘le Luci di Artista.’
While Salerno benefits from its proximity to major transport links, including high-speed trains and ferries, expats should be mindful of the local healthcare system’s challenges in accessibility. The cost of living is generally affordable, though certain areas may face higher demand. Overall, Salerno’s blend of tradition, cuisine, and community makes it a compelling choice for those considering life in Italy.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round, ideal for outdoor living.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Opportunities for integration with friendly, welcoming local community.
– Affordable living costs compared to larger Italian cities.
– Good transportation connections for exploring surrounding areas.
– Moderate unemployment rate, providing job opportunities.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
– Scenic coastal views and beautiful natural surroundings.
– Vibrant local markets and delicious regional cuisine.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services rated low overall; improvements needed for better quality.
– Air quality may not be ideal for sensitive individuals.
– Infrastructure development still ongoing; some services may feel lacking.
– Limited job opportunities for specialized professions, despite moderate unemployment.
– Internet speeds might not suit heavy users or gamers.
– Seasonal tourism can crowd local spots during peak times.
– Public transport may not be as reliable as desired.
– Language barrier can complicate daily interactions for some expats.
– Limited educational facilities for international or specialized curriculums.
– High humidity in summer can be uncomfortable for some.
Salerno Demographics
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
126700
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.
258600
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)
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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.
23700
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.
1174 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (Salerno)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
20min(s)
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is situated in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy, and lies 20 kilometres from Salerno and 44 kilometres from the Amalfi Coast, closer than Naples. The airport, with a current runway of 2,000 meters, is gradually resuming services and targets full operations by 2026-2027. It offers seasonal flights to destinations like London, Milan, and resorts in North Africa and Greece, served by airlines including easyJet and British Airways, indicating a focus on leisure travel.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Capodichino (Naples)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
39min(s)
Capodichino Airport, officially known as Naples International Airport, is located in Capodichino, Naples, Campania, Italy, approximately 5.9 km north-northeast of Naples city centre. It is the largest airport in Southern Italy, handling over 12 million passengers annually, and serves as a base for airlines such as easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, and Wizz Air. The airport offers connections to major domestic destinations like Milan and Turin, as well as international routes to cities including Barcelona, London, Munich, Frankfurt, and New York City, making it a key hub for travellers in the Mediterranean region.
3rd 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
109min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Salerno Irno
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Salerno Irno includes several key elements:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served primarily by regional rail lines connecting various destinations.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Stazione di Salerno Irno to several significant locations:
– Napoli Centrale (duration about 45 minutes, 32 trains per day)
– Salerno (5 minutes, 19 trains per day)
– Naples (31 minutes, 34 trains per day)
– Pisciotta-Palinuro (1 hour 34 minutes, 13 trains per day)
– Rome (1 hour 32 minutes, 29 trains per day)
– Acquamela (19 minutes, 18 trains per day)
– **Train Operators**: The main operators at this station are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains from Salerno Irno run at varied frequencies, with several lines offering service every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the route.
– **Types of Trains**: The station features a mix of regional services primarily, but also has connections to high-speed rail on select routes, particularly towards major cities.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Torrione
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Torrione includes the following details:
– **Rail lines that stop here:** The station is part of the regional rail network, serving various local and intercity routes.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains:** Passengers can travel directly to Salerno, Rome, Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi, Naples, Napoli Centrale, and Salerno Stadio Arechi-San Leonardo.
– **Train operators:** The primary train operator at this station is Trenitalia, which manages a large portion of the regional and intercity train services in Italy.
– **Frequency of departures:** Departure frequency varies by destination:
– Salerno: 33 trains per day
– Rome: 33 trains per day
– Vietri sul Mare-Amalfi: 35 trains per day
– Naples: 43 trains per day
– Napoli Centrale: 42 trains per day
– Salerno Stadio: 33 trains per day
– **Types of trains:** The services at Stazione di Torrione primarily consist of regional trains, with connections to some intercity routes. High-speed trains do not operate directly from this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Fratte
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Fratte includes several key features:
– **Rail Lines:** The station primarily services regional trains.
– **Key Destinations Connected by Direct Trains:** Notable direct train routes include Fratte to Salerno, Acquamela, Baronissi, Cava dei Tirreni, and Mercato San Severino, among others.
– **Train Operators:** The main operator providing services at this station is Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures:** Trains run frequently, with approximately 19 trains per day to Salerno, and similar frequencies to Acquamela and other nearby locations, typically departing every 30 minutes to an hour.
– **Type of Trains:** The services include regional trains rather than high-speed options, focusing on local and regional connectivity.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
202
Bars
114
Cafes
63
Cinemas
55
Dentists
105
Golf Courses
1
Gyms
57
Health Clinics
42
Hiking Trails
50
Historical Sites
306
Libraries
24
Museums
45
Parks
75
Pharmacies
60
Restaurants
261
Shopping Centres
116
Supermarkets
161
Spas
180
Beach
Name
Torrione
Driving Distance
10mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Arioso - Sasso di Castalda
Driving Distance
71mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
8
Nearest Hospital Name
San Giovanni di Dio Ruggi d'Ar
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
13 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
43
Local Public Healthcare Provider
A.S.L. SALERNO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Campania, healthcare services present challenges for prospective expats and retirees. The overall quality across essential health indicators is relatively low on a national scale. Local hospital care is particularly concerning. Key services such as post-heart attack readmissions and timely treatment of bone fractures show moderate effectiveness but highlight disparities in care delivery. Breast cancer surgery with minimal invasiveness is less commonly practised, while urgent heart treatments like STEMI are notably delayed. Nonetheless, heart failure readmissions show a measure of reliability, offering some assurance in this specific care aspect.
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.
8
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
44
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
7
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.
114.399
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
2105
Median
2545
Third Quartile
3255
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.
Bottom 20%
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.
Bottom 30%
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 High (61st-70th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
Salerno offers a climate that supports a vibrant outdoor lifestyle, ideal for retirees and expats seeking a temperate environment year-round. Situate in Italy's Campania region, the city experiences relatively wet winters with rare, light snowfall. Summers, however, are predominantly dry and notably sunny, allowing ample opportunity for activities from sailing to exploring historical sites. This Mediterranean climate features mild winters and warm, pleasant summers that hover comfortably. Such conditions make Salerno particularly appealing for those from colder or more variable climates, suggesting a setting where life can be enjoyed outdoors nearly all year.
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
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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.
86
Air Quality Description
Salerno, Italy offers generally commendable air quality, contributing positively to the living standards sought by expatriates and retirees. Particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide levels are mostly noted within satisfactory ranges, supporting a wholesome daily environment. However, some pollutants like smaller particulate matter and ozone fluctuate closer to moderate levels at times. This indicates sporadic shifts in air purity which can vary seasonally or due to urban activities. Overall, Salerno maintains an environment conducive to those sensitive to air quality, while occasionally presenting minor challenges that demand awareness but not alarm.
Salerno, Italy offers generally commendable air quality, contributing positively to the living standards sought by expatriates and retirees. Particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide levels are mostly noted within satisfactory ranges, supporting a wholesome daily environment. However, some pollutants like smaller particulate matter and ozone fluctuate closer to moderate levels at times. This indicates sporadic shifts in air purity which can vary seasonally or due to urban activities. Overall, Salerno maintains an environment conducive to those sensitive to air quality, while occasionally presenting minor challenges that demand awareness but not alarm.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Salerno is accessible via Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport, situated approximately 20 minutes away, and Capodichino Airport in Naples, about 39 minutes distant. The town is served by two train stations, enhancing regional connectivity, while major road connections include the A3 and SS18 highways, facilitating travel along the Amalfi Coast and beyond.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Salerno’s culinary scene is a rich blend of traditional Campanian flavors and modern dining options. The region is lauded for iconic dishes such as Neapolitan pizza, fresh seafood, and hand-crafted pasta. Key local products include Buffalo mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, and the fragrant Amalfi lemons, often featured in desserts like ‘Delizia al Limone’ and the famous limoncello. The dining landscape in Salerno showcases a variety of establishments from casual eateries offering local street food like ‘cuoppo fritto’ to more upscale venues emphasizing fresh fish and authentic local ingredients. Notably, ‘Re Maurì’ holds a Michelin star, exemplifying high-quality culinary artistry.
Shopping Overview
Shopping options in the area are diverse, catering to various needs. Key categories include supermarkets (Italian grocery chains), open-air markets offering fresh produce and goods, and specialty shops like delicatessens, bakeries, and butchers. There are also bustling shopping centres with a mix of retail stores and eateries. Expats and retirees will find high-street fashion boutiques and global brands alongside local artisans.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Salerno offers various opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Notable hiking trails include the Salerno – Castello di Arechi, Panoramica Valle Canalone to Eremo San Liberatore, and the Salerno – Croce – Valle via Sentiero del Principe. These routes cater to different fitness levels and interests. Additionally, the city is near the expansive Cilento, Vallo di Diano, and Alburni National Park, providing further options for nature walks and picnics. These green spaces serve as a resource for those seeking outdoor recreation and environmental enjoyment.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round, ideal for outdoor living.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Opportunities for integration with friendly, welcoming local community.
– Affordable living costs compared to larger Italian cities.
– Good transportation connections for exploring surrounding areas.
– Moderate unemployment rate, providing job opportunities.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
– Scenic coastal views and beautiful natural surroundings.
– Vibrant local markets and delicious regional cuisine.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services rated low overall; improvements needed for better quality.
– Air quality may not be ideal for sensitive individuals.
– Infrastructure development still ongoing; some services may feel lacking.
– Limited job opportunities for specialized professions, despite moderate unemployment.
– Internet speeds might not suit heavy users or gamers.
– Seasonal tourism can crowd local spots during peak times.
– Public transport may not be as reliable as desired.
– Language barrier can complicate daily interactions for some expats.
– Limited educational facilities for international or specialized curriculums.
– High humidity in summer can be uncomfortable for some.
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