Graz, Austria
Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3.8% vs 2024
Rent trend in Graz (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Graz (2025)
Estimated monthly budget in Graz
Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Graz in 2025?
In 2025, a single person living in Graz needs approximately EUR 1,501/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,820/month. Graz is considered a mid-range city by global standards.
How much is rent in Graz in 2025?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Graz costs approximately EUR 882/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,557/month. Rent has changed +3.8% vs 2024.
How much do groceries cost in Graz?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Graz are approximately EUR 332 in 2025. 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 57 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Graz?
Monthly utility costs in Graz average EUR 130 in 2025, 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 882/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,501/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 12 in 2025. Budget around EUR 100/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 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,501/month. This covers rent (EUR 882), groceries (EUR 332), transport (EUR 57), utilities (EUR 130) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,820/month.