Between 2010 and 2024, the average number of household members in Italy decreased. In 2010, Italian households had about 2.41 individuals, whereas the average number of members was 2.3 in 2024.

Households in Italy are larger in the south than in the north of the country. In Campania, the average size of households was of 2.6 people in 2023, with an increase compared to 2022, while in Marche, Apulia, and Sicily households had about 2.4 members. Trentino-South Tyrol and Veneto were the only northern regions ranging in the top-10. However, in recent years, the average number of people per household decreased in Italy. Between 2010 and 2024, the mean size of families ranged from 2.41 to 2.3 components. Structure of Italian families Nationwide, 35 percent of the households consisted of families without a nucleus, such as people living alone, families consisting of two siblings, or a parent living with a child who is separated, widowed or divorced. Furthermore, couples with children made up 31 percent of all households in Italy, representing the second most common household structure. While the average size of families experienced a decrease, one/single person households were on the rise. In 2022, there were 8.36 million single-person households in Italy, almost one million more than in 2012. More babies in the south Analyzing the birth rate in the Italian macro-regions could be useful to better understand the size of the households. In the south and on the islands, the birth rate was higher than in any other area of the country. In 2023, the Southern regions recorded a birth rate of 7 babies per 1,000 inhabitants. Similarly, on the islands, there were 6.7 births per 1,000 residents. However, on a national scale, the births dropped constantly in the last years. In 2023, 6.4 children were born every 1,000 inhabitants, three infants less than in 2002.

Key information about Italy Household Expenditure per Capita

• Italy Annual Household Expenditure per Capita reached 14,151.754 USD in Dec 2020, compared with the last update number of 15,016.703 USD in Dec 2019.
• Italy Annual Household Expenditure per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 2011 to Dec 2020, with an averaged value of 15,425.878 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 18,908.498 USD in Dec 2011 and a record low of 14,151.754 USD in Dec 2020.
• In the latest reports, Retail Sales of Italy dropped 0.185 % YoY in Aug 2024.

CEIC calculates Annual Household Expenditure per Capita from annual Monthly Average Household Expenditure multiplied by 12 and annual Average Household Size and converts it into USD. Italian National Institute of Statistics provides Average Household Expenditure in EUR and Average Household Size. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions.

Italy Average Annual Household Income (AAHI) data was reported at 31,393.000 EUR in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 30,595.000 EUR for 2016. Italy Average Annual Household Income (AAHI) data is updated yearly, averaging 29,663.000 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2017, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 31,393.000 EUR in 2017 and a record low of 26,919.000 EUR in 2003. Italy Average Annual Household Income (AAHI) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Italian National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H016: Average Annual Household Income.

Italy Private Households: Average Household Size data was reported at 2.310 Person in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.320 Person for 2016. Italy Private Households: Average Household Size data is updated yearly, averaging 2.330 Person from Dec 2011 (Median) to 2017, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.340 Person in 2014 and a record low of 2.290 Person in 2012. Italy Private Households: Average Household Size data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H013: Private and Institutional Households.

In 2024, the average net income of a household in Italy amounted to ****** euros. The income of families living in the north-west reached around ****** euros, the highest in the country. In the south, Sicily, and Sardinia, instead, the net family income accounted for ****** euros.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median household incomes for various household sizes in Italy, TX, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in median household income with the size of the family unit, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different household sizes, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.

Key observations

• Of the 7 household sizes (1 person to 7-or-more person households) reported by the census bureau, Italy did not include 6, or 7-person households. Across the different household sizes in Italy the mean income is $67,506, and the standard deviation is $31,038. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 45.98%. This high CV indicates high relative variability, suggesting that the incomes vary significantly across different sizes of households.
• In the most recent year, 2021, The smallest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income was 1-person households, with an income of $35,924. It then further increased to $55,172 for 5-person households, the largest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income.

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Household Sizes:

• 1-person households
• 2-person households
• 3-person households
• 4-person households
• 5-person households
• 6-person households
• 7-or-more-person households

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Size: This column showcases 7 household sizes ranging from 1-person households to 7-or-more-person households (As mentioned above).
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific household size.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Italy median household income. You can refer the same here

The statistic shows the annual average household net income in Italy in 2019, broken down by age of the main income earner. According to the source, the annual household net income was the highest for families where the head was aged between 55 and 64 years, reaching ** thousand euros.

Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple with at least One Children data was reported at 36,589.000 EUR in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 36,045.000 EUR for 2014. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple with at least One Children data is updated yearly, averaging 36,229.000 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2015, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 37,241.000 EUR in 2009 and a record low of 31,857.000 EUR in 2003. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple with at least One Children data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H014: Average Annual Household Income.

Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Parent with at least One Children data was reported at 22,574.000 EUR in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 22,709.000 EUR for 2015. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Parent with at least One Children data is updated yearly, averaging 20,863.000 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2016, with 14 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 22,709.000 EUR in 2015 and a record low of 20,150.000 EUR in 2003. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Parent with at least One Children data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H014: Average Annual Household Income.

Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple without Children Under 65 data was reported at 35,368.000 EUR in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 33,986.000 EUR for 2015. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple without Children Under 65 data is updated yearly, averaging 34,000.500 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2016, with 14 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 35,999.000 EUR in 2011 and a record low of 28,737.000 EUR in 2003. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Couple without Children Under 65 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H014: Average Annual Household Income.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents a breakdown of households across various income brackets in Italy, TX, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The Census Bureau classifies households into different categories, including total households, family households, and non-family households. Our analysis of U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey data for Italy, TX reveals how household income distribution varies among these categories. The dataset highlights the variation in number of households with income, offering valuable insights into the distribution of Italy households based on income levels.

Key observations

• For Family Households: In Italy, the majority of family households, representing 18.56%, earn $75,000 to $99,999, showcasing a substantial share of the community families falling within this income bracket. Conversely, the minority of family households, comprising 0.47%, have incomes falling $30,000 to $34,999, representing a smaller but still significant segment of the community.
• For Non-Family Households: In Italy, the majority of non-family households, accounting for 25.62%, have income $50,000 to $59,999, indicating that a substantial portion of non-family households falls within this income bracket. On the other hand, the minority of non-family households, comprising 0.0%, earn $30,000 to $34,999, representing a smaller, yet notable, portion of non-family households in the community.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income Levels:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Level: The income level represents the income brackets ranging from Less than $10,000 to $200,000 or more in Italy, TX (As mentioned above).
• All Households: Count of households for the specified income level
• % All Households: Percentage of households at the specified income level relative to the total households in Italy, TX
• Family Households: Count of family households for the specified income level
• % Family Households: Percentage of family households at the specified income level relative to the total family households in Italy, TX
• Non-Family Households: Count of non-family households for the specified income level
• % Non-Family Households: Percentage of non-family households at the specified income level relative to the total non-family households in Italy, TX

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Italy median household income. You can refer the same here

Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Other data was reported at 35,009.000 EUR in 2015. This records a decrease from the previous number of 35,449.000 EUR for 2014. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Other data is updated yearly, averaging 33,967.000 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2015, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 36,207.000 EUR in 2012 and a record low of 32,060.000 EUR in 2003. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Other data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H014: Average Annual Household Income.

Italy AMHE: Number of Households data was reported at 25,981,996.000 Unit in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 25,937,723.000 Unit for 2016. Italy AMHE: Number of Households data is updated yearly, averaging 25,175,793.000 Unit from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2017, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 25,981,996.000 Unit in 2017 and a record low of 22,876,102.000 Unit in 2003. Italy AMHE: Number of Households data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H015: Average Monthly Household Expenditure.

The average household net income in Italy in 2017 amounted to 34.4 thousand euros for men. For women, the average net income equaled to 26.3 thousand euros.

Data refer to the main earner of the family.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in Italy. Based on the latest 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in Italy. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2021

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in Italy, the median household income stands at $78,730 for householders within the 25 to 44 years age group, followed by $47,640 for the 65 years and over age group. Notably, householders within the 45 to 64 years age group, had the lowest median household income at $42,945.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Italy median household income by age. You can refer the same here

Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Member 65 and over data was reported at 16,766.000 EUR in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 16,183.000 EUR for 2014. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Member 65 and over data is updated yearly, averaging 14,725.000 EUR from Dec 2003 (Median) to 2015, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 16,766.000 EUR in 2015 and a record low of 12,030.000 EUR in 2003. Italy AAHI: Household Typology: Single Member 65 and over data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.H014: Average Annual Household Income.

In Italy, the average annual net income of a single-person household amounted to roughly ** thousand euros as of 2018. The average total income of a household with at least five components added up to ** thousand euros.

Italy - Population having neither a bath, nor a shower, nor indoor flushing toilet in their household: Below 60% of median equivalised income was 0.90% in December of 2023, according to the EUROSTAT. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Italy - Population having neither a bath, nor a shower, nor indoor flushing toilet in their household: Below 60% of median equivalised income - last updated from the EUROSTAT on July of 2025. Historically, Italy - Population having neither a bath, nor a shower, nor indoor flushing toilet in their household: Below 60% of median equivalised income reached a record high of 1.00% in December of 2019 and a record low of 0.00% in December of 2015.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Italy household income by age. The dataset can be utilized to understand the age-based income distribution of Italy income.

Content

The dataset will have the following datasets when applicable

Please note: The 2020 1-Year ACS estimates data was not reported by the Census Bureau due to the impact on survey collection and analysis caused by COVID-19. Consequently, median household income data for 2020 is unavailable for large cities (population 65,000 and above).

• Italy, TX annual median income by age groups dataset (in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars)
• Age-wise distribution of Italy, TX household incomes: Comparative analysis across 16 income brackets

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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