According to 2016 statistics, the total population of Indians in Italy is around 15,000, with the majority living in major cities such as Rome, Florence and Milan. Indian immigrants in Italy are predominantly employed as wage earners, mainly in the restaurant, agricultural and retail sectors. There are also some Indians working in Italy in cultural, academic and professional jobs such as scientists, engineers and architects.

The Indian population in Italy is growing and due to the changing government policies towards foreign immigrants and the growth of the Indian economy, more Indians are coming to Italy in search of work and development opportunities. Indians in Italy are also gaining popularity and support from the locals and they are actively involved in the Italian society.