Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
282
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
24800
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.
59700
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
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.
Relatively Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
80
/ 39
Climate Description
Clear seasonal division with mild winters, warm summers, ample sunlight, and balanced rainfall.
Sora
Lazio
Historic town with a vibrant community, outdoor lifestyle, local festivals, but limited healthcare and urban access.
Summary
Sora, located in the province of Frosinone, Lazio, is an appealing destination for expatriates and retirees, characterized by its rich history and vibrant community life. Nestled along the banks of the Liri River, this charming town boasts notable attractions, including a historic cathedral, a castle, and various churches and palaces that reflect its diverse cultural heritage. Expats will find a welcoming environment, enhanced by local events such as the Festival of San Domenico and the International Folklore Festival, which celebrate the town’s traditions.
With a walk score markedly high, Sora supports a lifestyle conducive to walking and community interaction. However, potential challenges include limited proximity to larger urban centers and the nearest beach, as well as a healthcare quality ranking that may require attention when considering relocation. Overall, Sora offers a blend of historical allure and community spirit, making it a unique option for those seeking a new home in Italy.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Quality healthcare services available to residents and expats.
– Good air quality contributes to a healthy lifestyle.
– Less touristy, providing a more authentic living experience.
– Strong community integration opportunities for new residents.
– Adequate infrastructure for everyday needs and transportation.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Accessible local markets and fresh produce options.
– Peaceful environment ideal for relaxation and retirement.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for socializing and entertainment seekers.
– Public transportation may require patience and careful planning.
– Job opportunities can be scarce for newcomers and expats.
– Healthcare services, while adequate, may lack specialist availability.
– Internet speed may not satisfy heavy online users.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and convoluted.
– Language barrier might hinder community integration for some.
– Seasonal weather can lead to prolonged rainy periods.
– Cultural events may be fewer than in larger cities.
– Some amenities might be a drive away from the center.
Sora Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
24800
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.
59700
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.
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.
19700
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.
4404 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
59min(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
67min(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
Capodichino (Naples)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
78min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Compre-San Vincenzo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
14min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Compre-San Vincenzo offers a variety of rail services with the following characteristics:
– **Rail Lines**: The station serves multiple local and regional routes within Tuscany.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Compre-San Vincenzo to several key destinations including Livorno Centrale, Arona, Florence, Pisa Centrale, Bologna Centrale, and Piombino.
– **Train Operators**: Services are primarily operated by Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Departures to major destinations occur throughout the day with frequencies such as 10 trains daily to Livorno and Florence, and 17 trains daily to Pisa Centrale. The first train typically departs around 6:45 – 7:42 am depending on the route, with last trains around 19:46.
– **Type of Services**: The station mainly offers regional train services rather than high-speed trains.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Arpino
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
19min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Arpino offers a range of connections primarily served by Trenitalia and Italo. Key rail lines include routes that connect Arpino to major destinations such as Rome, Naples, Frosinone, Caserta, and Cassino.
### Key Destinations:
– **Rome**: Approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes
– **Naples**: Approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes
– **Frosinone**: Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes
– **Caserta**: Approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes
– **Roma Termini**: Approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes
– **Cassino**: Approximately 46 minutes
### Frequency of Departures:
– **To Rome**: 8 trains per day
– **To Naples**: 13 trains per day
– **To Frosinone**: 7 trains per day
– **To Caserta**: 7 trains per day
– **To Roma Termini**: 10 trains per day
– **To Cassino**: 7 trains per day
(Departures from around 6:53 to 22:12)
### Types of Trains:
The station primarily serves intercity trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo, offering a mix of regional and intercity services, but no high-speed trains directly stop at Stazione di Arpino.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Balsorano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
21min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Balsorano features:
– **Rail lines**: The station is served primarily by regional rail lines.
– **Key destinations**: Direct trains connect Balsorano to key destinations such as Rome (approximately 2 hours 50 minutes), Cassino (1 hour 16 minutes), and Civita d’Antino-Morino (15 minutes).
– **Train operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, providing a consistent service.
– **Frequency of departures**: There are several departures throughout the day, including around 12 trains daily to Rome and 7 trains to both Cassino and Civita d’Antino-Morino.
– **Train types**: The service consists of regional trains with no high-speed train services available.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
2
Bars
5
Cafes
90
Cinemas
3
Dentists
6
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
23
Health Clinics
81
Hiking Trails
7
Historical Sites
67
Libraries
2
Museums
2
Parks
14
Pharmacies
11
Restaurants
80
Shopping Centres
14
Supermarkets
55
Spas
40
Beach
Name
Antistante Localita' Gravare
Driving Distance
73mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Prati di Mezzo - Picinisco
Driving Distance
48mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
56
Nearest Hospital Name
Santissima Trinità
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
11 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
7
Local Public Healthcare Provider
FROSINONE
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lazio, the local healthcare services present a mixed picture. Hospital care is below the national average, but specific medical interventions showcase notable competence. Heart attack patients benefit from a high standard of care, and minimally invasive breast cancer procedures are prevalent. Emergency handling of heart conditions is reasonably prompt, and the majority of surgical recoveries are efficiently managed. However, basic fracture management requires improvement. Overall, while some specialised treatments are commendable, general healthcare services need enhancement to meet broader expectations for expats and retirees considering relocation.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
High 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.
37
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
9
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
19
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.
101.576
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
500
Median
702
Third Quartile
827
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.
Top 50%
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.
High (71st-80th percentile)
Sunshine
High (71st-80th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Climate Description
Sora, Italy, presents a climate characterized by a clear division across seasons, making it an agreeable habitat for those who appreciate variety in weather. The region is bathed generously in sunlight most of the year, fostering an inviting atmosphere for expats and retirees. Winters are mild with occasional snowfall that blankets the town in serene white without causing significant disruptions. Summers offer warm but not oppressive heat, ideal for enjoying the natural beauty and historical sites around. Rainfall is adequately spread throughout the year, maintaining the lushness of the local flora without overwhelming residents or visitors. This balance makes Sora a compelling choice for those seeking a magical yet comfortable town to call home.
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
Sora, nestled within Italy’s picturesque landscape, offers residents a commendable quality of air, mostly classified as ‘Good’. The locale maintains favorable levels of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, reflecting well on its modest industrial activity and dense green cover. However, the ozone levels linger in the ‘Fair’ range, suggesting room for slight improvement. This information should serve residents, especially those sensitive to environmental conditions, by indicating a healthy environment conducive to outdoor activities and leisure. Potential expats and retirees looking towards Sora can expect a comfortable stay with air that supports well-being.
Sora, nestled within Italy’s picturesque landscape, offers residents a commendable quality of air, mostly classified as ‘Good’. The locale maintains favorable levels of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, reflecting well on its modest industrial activity and dense green cover. However, the ozone levels linger in the ‘Fair’ range, suggesting room for slight improvement. This information should serve residents, especially those sensitive to environmental conditions, by indicating a healthy environment conducive to outdoor activities and leisure. Potential expats and retirees looking towards Sora can expect a comfortable stay with air that supports well-being.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Sora’s connectivity is facilitated by its proximity to major transport hubs. Ciampino Airport and Leonardo da Vinci Airport are the nearest air travel options. Local train stations provide reasonable access, complemented by nearby main roads, enhancing the town’s accessibility for both residents and visitors.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Sora, located in the Ciociaria region of Lazio, boasts a rich culinary scene characterized by traditional dishes and regional specialties. Notable local dishes include Pasta e ceci alla Romana, Pollo alla Romana, and various pasta recipes such as carbonara and Amatriciana. The region is also known for its robust meat dishes, often featuring lamb and pork, served in hearty stews or slow-cooked ragùs. The dining landscape in Sora is diverse, offering a mix of traditional Italian cuisine with some international flavors, including establishments that serve pizza and Asian cuisine. Furthermore, Michelin-starred establishments are also present, reflecting the town’s commitment to quality dining options.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features a diverse mix of options, including several prominent shopping centres and outlet stores. Key venues focus on fashion and lifestyle products, with larger centres offering supermarkets, boutiques, and various retail formats. Local markets punctuate the area, providing fresh produce and artisanal goods, while the presence of chain supermarkets ensures access to essential items. Overall, the shopping environment supports a blend of modern retail and traditional market experiences, catering well to both expats and retirees.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Sora, situated in the Lazio region, offers diverse outdoor opportunities for residents and visitors. The town is close to the Sentiero Italia, O02 route, a challenging 11.3-mile trail estimated to take nearly seven hours to complete, attracting avid hikers. Notable green areas include Parco Santa Chiara, a public garden, and Fiume Liri, a body of water providing scenic views. Additionally, Rocca Sorella Trail offers a biking path linking the historical center to the Rocca. These attractions underscore Sora as a viable option for those seeking nature and recreational activities in central Italy.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Quality healthcare services available to residents and expats.
– Good air quality contributes to a healthy lifestyle.
– Less touristy, providing a more authentic living experience.
– Strong community integration opportunities for new residents.
– Adequate infrastructure for everyday needs and transportation.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Accessible local markets and fresh produce options.
– Peaceful environment ideal for relaxation and retirement.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for socializing and entertainment seekers.
– Public transportation may require patience and careful planning.
– Job opportunities can be scarce for newcomers and expats.
– Healthcare services, while adequate, may lack specialist availability.
– Internet speed may not satisfy heavy online users.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and convoluted.
– Language barrier might hinder community integration for some.
– Seasonal weather can lead to prolonged rainy periods.
– Cultural events may be fewer than in larger cities.
– Some amenities might be a drive away from the center.
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