Parma, Italy
Last updated on Jul 04, 2023
Summary: People describe Parma, Italy as a beautiful city with a rich cultural heritage. Expats love the city's relaxed atmosphere, its excellent food, and its proximity to other major cities in the region. The weather in Parma is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit (1-24 Celsius). The average cost of living for an expat is estimated to be around $1,500 to $2,000 per month. The cost of a one bedroom apartment in Parma is estimated to be around $600 to $800 per month, while a two bedroom apartment is estimated to be around $800 to $1,000 per month. The approximate population of Parma is around 197,000 people.
What are the pros and cons of living in Parma?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Parma responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Parma appreciate the city's rich cultural heritage, its vibrant food scene, and its convenient location in the heart of the Emilia-Romagna region. They also enjoy the city's relaxed atmosphere and the friendly locals. On the downside, some expats and digital nomads find the cost of living in Parma to be quite high, and the city can be quite crowded during peak tourist season," remarked one expat in Parma.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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