Speed cameras in major Italian cities generate over 300 million euros in five years

Speed cameras in Italy's 21 largest cities have generated substantial revenue for local administrations, raking in over 306.5 million euros in the past five years, from 2021 to 2025. This figure represents a significant income stream for municipal governments, according to calculations by the Codacons consumer association.

Florence stands out as the city with the highest revenue from speed cameras, accumulating 86.1 million euros during the period. Milan follows in second place with 52.1 million euros, and Genoa ranks third with approximately 30 million euros. Bologna is close behind with 29.9 million euros, while Rome collected 25.4 million euros.

At the lower end of the scale, Aosta recorded minimal revenue of just 4,514 euros, and Naples collected only 59,713 euros over the five years. Codacons also analyzed the average fine amount relative to the resident population. Florence again leads, with an average of 235.5 euros per capita, but Potenza surprisingly ranks second with 224 euros per resident.

Compared to 2021, when COVID-19 restrictions were still in place, revenue from speed cameras in major cities increased by 20.6% in 2025. The peak year was 2022, with nearly 76 million euros collected in total, followed by a decline in subsequent years. Florence saw a remarkable 407% increase in revenue in the last year compared to 2021, with Trento and Potenza also showing significant growth.