🇦🇹 Cost of Living in Austria
3 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$2,394/mo
Across 3 cities we track
Couple
$3,115
Family of 4
$5,766
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 3 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 3 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 3 cities
Austria vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Austria?▼
Across 3 cities, a single person spends a median of $2,394/month including rent. Graz is the cheapest at $1,820/mo, while Salzburg runs $2,677/mo.
What is the average rent in Austria?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,303/month across 3 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Austria?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 3 cities is about $3,233, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Austria?▼
Graz is the most affordable at $1,820/month for a single person. Salzburg is the most expensive at $2,677/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.