Linz, Austria

In 2026, a single person living in Linz needs approximately EUR 1,538/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,885/month. Linz is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

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

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Linz are approximately EUR 336 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

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

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

Linz is located in Austria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 907/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,538/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

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

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Linz 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.

To live comfortably in Linz in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,538/month. This covers rent (EUR 907), groceries (EUR 336), transport (EUR 59), utilities (EUR 133) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,885/month.