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.

The average number of children born per woman in Italy has significantly changed over the last 70 years. In the 1950s, the Italian female was usually a mother of more than two kids, whereas in 2017 women had about one child less than females living in the middle of the twentieth century. Overall, roughly 458 thousand infants were born in Italy in 2017.

Parenthood postponed to a later age

Along with the drop in the fertility rate, an increase of the average age of mothers at childbirth can be observed. In 2017, Italian women giving birth to a child were about four years older than mothers delivering in the 1970s.

Fertility rate in Italy the lowest in the European Union

With 1.34 children born per woman in 2016, Italy and Spain close the fertility rate ranking of the European Union countries. The first place on the podium was taken by France, where on average 1.92 children were born per female.

In 2023, Italian households were larger in the south than in the north of the country. On average, families were constituted only of around *** members in the north-western regions, while in the south they were formed of *** individuals. However, in recent years, the mean number of people per household reduced in Italy. Between 2010 and 2024, the average size of families decreased from **** to *** components.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median household incomes for various household sizes in Italy, New York, 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 town did not include 5, 6, or 7-person households. Across the different household sizes in Italy town the mean income is $78,450, and the standard deviation is $48,067. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 61.27%. 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 $30,625. It then further increased to $135,114 for 4-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.

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

Key information about Italy Household Income per Capita

• Italy Annual Household Income per Capita reached 15,321.940 USD in Dec 2017, compared with the previous value of 14,588.225 USD in Dec 2016.
• Italy Annual Household Income per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Dec 2011 to Dec 2017, with an averaged value of 16,606.033 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 18,047.385 USD in Dec 2011 and a record low of 14,279.624 USD in Dec 2015.
• In the latest reports, Retail Sales of Italy grew 1.792 % YoY in May 2023.

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

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 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.

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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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Many families in Italy resort to professional help for performing certain tasks at home. According to a survey carried out among a sample of these families, their monthly expenditure on these services was relatively high. This statistic shows average family expenditure on home care professionals per month, highlighting differences in terms of type of professions employed and household characteristics. In particular, elderly caregivers proved to be the highest financial burden for families, with an average expenditure of approximately 1.2 thousand euros per month, which grew to over 1.4 thousand euros in the case of multiple caregivers employed by the same household. This finding might be explained by the fact that the majority of caregivers in Italy had a live-in type of work arrangement.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the median household income in Italy town. It can be utilized to understand the trend in median household income and to analyze the income distribution in Italy town by household type, size, and across various income brackets.

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, New York Median Household Income Trends (2010-2021, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars)
• Median Household Income Variation by Family Size in Italy, New York: Comparative analysis across 7 household sizes
• Income Distribution by Quintile: Mean Household Income in Italy, New York
• Italy, New York households by income brackets: family, non-family, and total, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars

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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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From 2014 to 2021, Italian families spent less than three euros a month for lamb and goat meat. In fact, the average monthly household spending for this type of meat amounted to 2.27 euros in 2021.

Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: % of Total Employement data was reported at 1.363 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.368 % for 2016. Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: % of Total Employement data is updated yearly, averaging 2.488 % from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2017, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 5.117 % in 1992 and a record low of 1.363 % in 2017. Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: % of Total Employement data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.World Bank.WDI: Employment and Unemployment. Contributing family workers are those workers who hold 'self-employment jobs' as own-account workers in a market-oriented establishment operated by a related person living in the same household.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; Data up to 2016 are estimates while data from 2017 are projections.

Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: Male: % of Male Employment data was reported at 1.040 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.077 % for 2016. Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: Male: % of Male Employment data is updated yearly, averaging 1.756 % from Dec 1991 (Median) to 2017, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3.104 % in 2001 and a record low of 0.993 % in 2014. Italy IT: Contributing Family Workers: Modeled ILO Estimate: Male: % of Male Employment data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Italy – Table IT.World Bank.WDI: Employment and Unemployment. Contributing family workers are those workers who hold 'self-employment jobs' as own-account workers in a market-oriented establishment operated by a related person living in the same household.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; Data up to 2016 are estimates while data from 2017 are projections.

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 39 thousand euros.

Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: Travel: Family data was reported at 12.429 Night in Jun 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 14.500 Night for Mar 2018. Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: Travel: Family data is updated quarterly, averaging 10.582 Night from Mar 2015 (Median) to Jun 2018, with 14 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 14.500 Night in Mar 2018 and a record low of 7.778 Night in Mar 2016. Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: Travel: Family data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.Q030: Tourism and Leisure: Average Number of Nights Stay by Nationality.

Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: AC: Home of Family or Friends data was reported at 14.600 Night in Mar 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 13.400 Night for Dec 2017. Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: AC: Home of Family or Friends data is updated quarterly, averaging 15.250 Night from Mar 2015 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 13 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 27.375 Night in Jun 2016 and a record low of 11.167 Night in Mar 2017. Japan Avg No.of Nights: Italy: AC: Home of Family or Friends data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.Q030: Tourism and Leisure: Average Number of Nights Stay by Nationality.

In 2025, Passo Tonale in Italy was the European ski resort that offered the most budget-friendly ski package for families, according to an analysis of 36 destinations in Europe. That year, the average total cost of a one-week ski package at Passo Tonale for a family of four amounted to roughly 1,571 British pounds. The same offer at Cervinia, another Italian ski resort, cost an average of 2,383 British pounds.

As of 2023, Italian families' monthly expenditure on food was consistent. The highest amount was spent on meat, and the most numerous households spent on average 184.1 euros per month. By contrast, 66.4 euros on meat were spent by one component households. The lowest expenditure was recorded for oils and fats and amounted to 11.2 euros for one member households, and 24.4 euros for families with five or more members.

In 2023, the Italian region which registered the highest fertility rate was Trentino-South Tyrol, where the average number of children born per female reached 1.42 infants. Over the last years, the fertility rate in Italy has constantly decreased, except for 2021 when a slight increase by 0.01 points was recorded. Fewer and fewer children born per womanThe average number of children born per female significantly varied from the middle of the twentieth century to present days. In 2017, Italian women were on average a mother of one child, whereas about seven decades earlier, females had on average at least two kids. The lowest fertility rates worldwide From the global perspective, Italy was one of the world's twenty countries with the lowest fertility rate in 2023. This figure in Taiwan reached only 1.07 children per woman, placing the country on top of the ranking.

This statistic depicts the household average monthly expenditure in Italy from 2012 to 2017. According to data, in 2017 an Italian family spent on average 2,563.94 euro per month, which was roughly 14 euro more in comparison with the spending in 2012 (2,550.24 euro).