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Salzburg, Austria

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,100 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,900 per month
Groceries EUR 340 per month
Transport Pass EUR 55 per month
Utilities EUR 130 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 14 per person

Rent trend in Salzburg (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Salzburg (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Salzburg

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,737
🏠 Rent EUR 1,100
🛒 Groceries EUR 340
🚌 Transport EUR 55
💡 Utilities EUR 130
🍽️ Dining out EUR 112
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,197
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,900
🛒 Groceries EUR 850
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 110
💡 Utilities EUR 169
🍽️ Dining out EUR 168

Cost comparison — cities in Austria (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Salzburg
Salzburg EUR 1,100 EUR 340 EUR 55 EUR 130
Graz EUR 850 EUR 320 EUR 55 EUR 125 -22.7%
Linz EUR 850 EUR 315 EUR 55 EUR 125 -22.7%
Vienna EUR 1,250 EUR 385 EUR 54 EUR 148 +13.6%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Salzburg in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Salzburg needs approximately EUR 1,737/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,197/month. Salzburg is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Salzburg in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Salzburg costs approximately EUR 1,100/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,900/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Salzburg?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Salzburg are approximately EUR 340 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Salzburg?

A monthly public transport pass in Salzburg costs EUR 55 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Salzburg?

Monthly utility costs in Salzburg average EUR 130 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Salzburg expensive to live in?

Salzburg is located in Austria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,100/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,737/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Salzburg?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Salzburg costs approximately EUR 14 in 2024. Budget around EUR 112/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Salzburg changed over time?

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.

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

To live comfortably in Salzburg in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,737/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,100), groceries (EUR 340), transport (EUR 55), utilities (EUR 130) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,197/month.

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