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Graz, Austria

Cost of living · 2026 · Europe · Rent +2.8% vs 2025

1-Bed Rent EUR 907 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,601 per month
Groceries EUR 341 per month
Transport Pass EUR 59 per month
Utilities EUR 133 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 13 per person

Rent trend in Graz (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Graz (2026)

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Estimated monthly budget in Graz

Based on 2026 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,543
🏠 Rent EUR 907
🛒 Groceries EUR 341
🚌 Transport EUR 59
💡 Utilities EUR 133
🍽️ Dining out EUR 102
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 2,899
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,601
🛒 Groceries EUR 854
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 117
💡 Utilities EUR 173
🍽️ Dining out EUR 154

Cost comparison — cities in Austria (2026)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Graz
Graz EUR 907 EUR 341 EUR 59 EUR 133
Linz EUR 907 EUR 336 EUR 59 EUR 133 0%
Salzburg EUR 1,174 EUR 363 EUR 59 EUR 139 +29.4%
Vienna EUR 1,334 EUR 411 EUR 58 EUR 158 +47.1%

Other Europe cities (2026)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Graz in 2026?

In 2026, a single person living in Graz needs approximately EUR 1,543/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,899/month. Graz is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Graz in 2026?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Graz costs approximately EUR 907/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,601/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

How much do groceries cost in Graz?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Graz are approximately EUR 341 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Graz?

A monthly public transport pass in Graz costs EUR 59 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Graz?

Monthly utility costs in Graz average EUR 133 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Graz expensive to live in?

Graz is located in Austria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 907/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,543/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Graz?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Graz costs approximately EUR 13 in 2026. Budget around EUR 102/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Graz changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Graz from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 748 in 2022 to EUR 907 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Graz?

To live comfortably in Graz in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,543/month. This covers rent (EUR 907), groceries (EUR 341), transport (EUR 59), utilities (EUR 133) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,899/month.

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