Salzburg, Austria

In 2026, a single person living in Salzburg needs approximately EUR 1,854/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,411/month. Salzburg is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Salzburg costs approximately EUR 1,174/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,027/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Salzburg are approximately EUR 363 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

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

Monthly utility costs in Salzburg average EUR 139 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Salzburg is located in Austria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,174/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,854/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Salzburg costs approximately EUR 15 in 2026. Budget around EUR 120/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Salzburg from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 968 in 2022 to EUR 1,174 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Salzburg in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,854/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,174), groceries (EUR 363), transport (EUR 59), utilities (EUR 139) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,411/month.