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Complete relocation analysis: taxes, real prices, quality of life, and what salary to ask for.

The verdict

United Kingdom is 9% more expensive. Tax rate goes from 29.8% to 16.2%. Quality of life drops by 2 points.

Comparing Italy and the United Kingdom reveals a close contest in overall quality of life, with Italy marginally ahead at 63/100 against the UK's 61/100. The most significant divergence lies in climate, where Italy's 63 (averaging 14°C) comfortably beats the UK's 46 (10.5°C average) by 17 points, suggesting a more agreeable natural environment in Italy. Taxation also shows a gap, with the UK's 35 score slightly better than Italy's 26, though both remain relatively low. Internet access is marginally better in the UK (81 vs Italy's 73). Crucially, the UK carries a higher price level (103) compared to Italy's 85, making everyday living more expensive.

Italy narrowly wins this comparison, primarily on the strength of a more favorable climate and a noticeably lower cost of living.

Moving to United Kingdom? NLV varies by city.

Manchester50Edinburgh49London42

Tax Comparison

At $37,769 USD equivalent gross salary

🇮🇹 Italy

Gross€34,650
Income Tax-€6,813
Social-€3,531
Net€24,307
Effective Rate29.8%

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Gross£29,739
Income Tax-£3,434
Social-£1,374
Net£24,932
Effective Rate16.2%

Net difference: +$5,169/year in United Kingdom.Full calculator →

What Things Actually Cost

Price Index: Italy = 89, United Kingdom = 97 (US = 100)

🍔

Big Mac

$5.20→$5.20
0%
☕

Starbucks Tall Latte

$4.20→$4.90
+17%
🍺

Beer 500ml (bar)

$6.00→$6.50
+8%
📱

iPhone 16 128GB

$900.00→$870.00
-3%
🎬

Netflix Standard (monthly)

$12.99→$13.00
0%
⛽

1L Gasoline (95)

$1.90→$1.75
-8%
🚇

Single Transit Ticket

$2.00→$3.20
+60%
🏠

Airbnb Studio (city center)

$85.00→$110.00
+29%
See all 30 products →

What Salary to Ask For

If you earn €34,650 gross in Italy ($37,769USD), here's what you need in United Kingdom depending on your goal:

Same net income (tax only)

£24,115

You keep the same $26,494/yr net in both countries. United Kingdom taxes 16.4% less.

Same purchasing power (recommended)

£26,283

Accounts for the fact that United Kingdom is 9% more expensive than Italy. This is the number to negotiate.

Net Life Value at $38K

🇮🇹 Italy

51

-3

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

48

NLV combines net income, cost of living, and quality of life into one score. Similar overall quality of life in both countries.

Calculate with your exact salary →

Quality of Life

Italy: 63/100 vs United Kingdom: 61/100

Cost of Living
66
60
-6
Climate
63
46
-17
Safety
85
86
+1
Healthcare
62
58
-4
Internet
73
81
+8
Taxation
26
35
+9

Moving to United Kingdom: Practicalities

Visa Openness

50/100

English Level

100/100

Expat Community

14.1%

Digital Nomad Visa

No

Frequently Asked Questions

How much tax do I save moving from Italy to United Kingdom?▾
The effective tax rate changes from 29.8% in Italy to 16.2% in United Kingdom. You keep about $5,168.97 more per year in United Kingdom.
Is United Kingdom cheaper to live in than Italy?▾
No. United Kingdom is about 9% more expensive across 30 everyday products. Budget accordingly.
What salary do I need in United Kingdom to match my lifestyle in Italy?▾
Use our salary calculator to find the exact amount. It accounts for income tax, social contributions, and cost of living differences between Italy and United Kingdom. As a rule of thumb: a similar gross salary should maintain your lifestyle.
Is it worth moving from Italy to United Kingdom?▾
It depends on your priorities. You save on taxes but United Kingdom is more expensive to live in. The net benefit depends on your spending pattern.

Also Consider

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