Average daily number of cigarettes smoked per capita in Italy 2010-2024
Between 2010 and 2024, the average daily number of cigarettes smoked per capita in Italy decreased. In 2010, the average smoker in Italy smoked 12.7 cigarettes every day, while by 2024 this figure was equal to approximately 10.9. In 2024, most smokers consumed between six and ten cigarettes a day, with 37.3 percent, while 32.6 percent of smokers were consuming between 11 and 20 cigarettes.
Smokers’ profile
Considering people of all ages, smoking is generally more common among males than females in Italy, with almost 23.2 percent of males smoking compared to 16.5 percent of females. As of 2024, most smokers were aged between 25 and 44 years and had a lower secondary school certificate.
Smokers by region
As of 2024, Basilicata was among the Italian region with the highest percentage of smokers aged 14 years and older, with roughly 23,9 smokers per 100 residents. Conversely, the region with the lowest share of individuals smoking was Trentino-South Tyrol, with around 16.3 percent.
