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Vienna, Austria

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

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,250 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,250 per month
Groceries EUR 385 per month
Transport Pass EUR 54 per month
Utilities EUR 148 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 14 per person

Rent trend in Vienna (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Vienna (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Vienna

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

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Single person
EUR 1,949
🏠 Rent EUR 1,250
🛒 Groceries EUR 385
🚌 Transport EUR 54
💡 Utilities EUR 148
🍽️ Dining out EUR 112
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,681
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,250
🛒 Groceries EUR 963
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 108
💡 Utilities EUR 192
🍽️ Dining out EUR 168

Cost comparison — cities in Austria (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Vienna
Vienna EUR 1,250 EUR 385 EUR 54 EUR 148
Graz EUR 850 EUR 320 EUR 55 EUR 125 -32%
Linz EUR 850 EUR 315 EUR 55 EUR 125 -32%
Salzburg EUR 1,100 EUR 340 EUR 55 EUR 130 -12%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Vienna in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Vienna needs approximately EUR 1,949/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,681/month. Vienna is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Vienna in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Vienna costs approximately EUR 1,250/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,250/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Vienna?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Vienna are approximately EUR 385 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Vienna?

A monthly public transport pass in Vienna costs EUR 54 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Vienna?

Monthly utility costs in Vienna average EUR 148 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Vienna expensive to live in?

Vienna is located in Austria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,250/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,949/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Vienna?

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

How have living costs in Vienna changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Vienna from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from EUR 1,100 in 2022 to EUR 1,334 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

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

To live comfortably in Vienna in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,949/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,250), groceries (EUR 385), transport (EUR 54), utilities (EUR 148) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,681/month.

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