Cost of Living in Vienna
Austria • Pop: 1.9M
Vienna consistently ranks as one of the world's most livable cities.
Most livable cityCultural capitalExcellent public transportCoffee culture
Cost
Index
Index
82
Rent
Index
Index
72
Avg Net Salary
$2,752/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
82
18% cheaperRent
72
28% cheaperGroceries
85
15% cheaperRestaurants
78
22% cheaperTransport
85
15% cheaperUtilities
88
12% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Vienna to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Vienna | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $41,000 | Save $9,000 |
| $75,000 | $61,500 | Save $13,500 |
| $100,000 | $82,000 | Save $18,000 |
| $125,000 | $102,500 | Save $22,500 |
| $150,000 | $123,000 | Save $27,000 |
| $200,000 | $164,000 | Save $36,000 |
Living in Vienna: What to Expect
Vienna has a cost of living index of 82, meaning it is 18% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Vienna is approximately €3,200 ($2,752 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 72
- Groceries: Index of 85
- Restaurants: Index of 78
- Transport: Index of 85
- Utilities: Index of 88
Key highlights: Most livable city, Cultural capital, Excellent public transport, Coffee culture.
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