🏙️Italy
Milan
Milan offers Italy's best career opportunities — fashion industry, high salaries, but highest living costs and competitive environment.
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Population
1.4 million
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Highlight
Fashion and design capital of the world
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Country
Italy
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Air Quality
55 (Moderate)
Italy's economic powerhouse and global fashion capital
Quick stats
Cost Index
78/100
Rent (1BR center)
€1,500–2,500/month
Median Salary
€3,200–4,500 gross
Internet
150–400 Mbps
Safety
Very safe; modern and well-policed
Transport
Metro, tram, bus; €40 monthly pass
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
BreraNavigliPorta NuovaIsolaPorta GaribaldiSempionePorta RomanaLambrateCittà Studi
Key Sectors
Fashion & DesignFinance & BankingTechnology & InnovationManufacturing
✓ Advantages
- •Strongest job market and highest salaries
- •International business and fashion hub
- •Excellent public transportation system
- •Growing expat community
- •Modern infrastructure and efficiency
! Considerations
- •Highest cost of living in Italy
- •More expensive than Rome
- •Fast-paced business culture
- •Less historical charm than other cities
Milan FAQs
Best areas for young professionals?
Navigli, Isola, and Porta Garibaldi are trendy areas with nightlife, restaurants, and modern apartments.
Fashion industry opportunities?
Excellent! Milan is global fashion capital with opportunities at luxury brands, startups, and during Fashion Week.
Business culture differences?
More formal and fast-paced than rest of Italy. Northern European business practices with Italian flair.
Cost vs Rome comparison?
15-20% higher costs but also higher salaries. Better job market balances higher living expenses.
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