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Vienna, Austria

Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3.8% vs 2024

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,298 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,336 per month
Groceries EUR 400 per month
Transport Pass EUR 56 per month
Utilities EUR 154 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 15 per person

Rent trend in Vienna (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Vienna (2025)

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Estimated monthly budget in Vienna

Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 2,023
🏠 Rent EUR 1,298
🛒 Groceries EUR 400
🚌 Transport EUR 56
💡 Utilities EUR 154
🍽️ Dining out EUR 116
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,821
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,336
🛒 Groceries EUR 999
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 112
💡 Utilities EUR 200
🍽️ Dining out EUR 174

Cost comparison — cities in Austria (2025)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Vienna
Vienna EUR 1,298 EUR 400 EUR 56 EUR 154
Graz EUR 882 EUR 332 EUR 57 EUR 130 -32%
Linz EUR 882 EUR 327 EUR 57 EUR 130 -32%
Salzburg EUR 1,142 EUR 353 EUR 57 EUR 135 -12%

Other Europe cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Vienna in 2025?

In 2025, a single person living in Vienna needs approximately EUR 2,023/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,821/month. Vienna is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Vienna in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Vienna costs approximately EUR 1,298/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,336/month. Rent has changed +3.8% vs 2024.

How much do groceries cost in Vienna?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Vienna are approximately EUR 400 in 2025. 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 56 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Vienna?

Monthly utility costs in Vienna average EUR 154 in 2025, 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 1,298/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,023/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 15 in 2025. Budget around EUR 116/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 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,023/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,298), groceries (EUR 400), transport (EUR 56), utilities (EUR 154) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,821/month.

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