Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
847K
Population
130 km2
Area
368 Mbps
Internet
239m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
TRN (15km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Turin's elegant arcades and baroque palaces whisper of Piedmontese sophistication, paired with world-class espresso and chocolate. Digital nomads settle into its reliable high-speed rail links and tech-savvy cafes, enjoying mild alpine-influenced weather ideal for focused winters or balmy summers.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Piedmont
Region
Europe
Population
847K
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
239 m
Airport
TRN
GPS
45.07, 7.69
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
19,925 points of interest mapped in Turin — 153 per km2
Tech
368 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
40% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
19,925 total POIs 153.3 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,333
Cafes
1,020
Bars
521
Fast Food
474
Shopping
Supermarkets
373
Convenience
256
Shopping Malls
67
Healthcare
Hospitals
38
Clinics
241
Pharmacies
500
Education
Schools
584
Universities
62
Libraries
57
Recreation
Parks
2,151
Playgrounds
535
Sports
992
Cinemas
31
Museums
75
Theatres
46
Transport
Bus Stops
3,771
Train Stations
445
Fuel Stations
385
Services
Banks
253
ATMs
91
Post Offices
100
Police
75
Fire Stations
21
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
368 Mbps
Download
225 Mbps
Upload
12ms
Latency
70,857
Tests
22,609
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
4°
J
5°
F
9°
M
14°
A
19°
M
22°
J
23°
J
22°
A
19°
S
14°
O
9°
N
5°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 13.5 C Range: 3.6 - 23.4 C Rain: 1,394 mm/year Sunshine: 3,072 h/year
CITY SCORES
95.7
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
57.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
60.1
Overall
40% cheaper than NYC
19.5
Rent
81% cheaper than NYC
62.1
Groceries
38% cheaper than NYC
62.0
Restaurants
38% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
TRN
Turin Airport
15 km from center
~27 min ride
FUN FACTS
It is the capital city of the Piedmont region and of the Metropolitan City of Turin.
From 1861 to 1865, it was the first capital of the Kingdom of Italy.
The city is mainly on the western bank of the River Po, below its Susa Valley, and is surrounded by the western Alpine arch and Superga hill.
The population of the city proper is 853,196 as of 2025, while the population of the urban area is estimated by Eurostat to be 1.7 million inhabitants.
The Turin metropolitan area is estimated by the OECD to have a population of 2.2 million.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Turin known for?
Turin's elegant arcades and baroque palaces whisper of Piedmontese sophistication, paired with world-class espresso and chocolate. Digital nomads settle into its reliable high-speed rail links and tech-savvy cafes, enjoying mild alpine-influenced weather ideal for focused winters or balmy summers.
How fast is the internet in Turin?
Turin has an average download speed of 368 Mbps and upload speed of 225 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Turin?
Turin has an average year-round temperature of approximately 13.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Turin?
Turin is served by TRN (Turin Airport), approximately 15 km from the city center.
What is the population of Turin?
The population of Turin is approximately 847K.
What infrastructure does Turin have?
Turin has 19,925 mapped points of interest, including 1,333 restaurants, 38 hospitals, 584 schools.
What country is Turin in?
Turin is located in Piedmont.