Cost of Living in Vienna, Austria
Vienna is a city in Austria, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,009 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,267 per month, or $898 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 137 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Vienna scores 87/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 83°F and winter highs around 42°F, with roughly 179 sunny days a year.
How Vienna Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Vienna ranks in the top 4% for public transit, but costs more than 62% of them.
| Metric | Vienna | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,009 | #213 of 340 | #53 of 91 |
| Safety | 87/100 | #14 of 340 | #8 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 82/100 | #74 of 340 | #4 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 137 Mbps | #206 of 340 | #55 of 91 |
| Walkability | 82/100 | #15 of 340 | #10 of 91 |
| Public transit | 85/100 | #12 of 340 | #6 of 91 |
| Food scene | 76/100 | #154 of 340 | #35 of 91 |
| Air quality | 91/100 | #45 of 340 | #19 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Vienna
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Vienna.
- Vilnius, Lithuania — $1,541/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 80/100
- Tallinn, Estonia — $1,660/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 80/100
- Bansko, Bulgaria — $849/mo, 58% cheaper, safety 80/100
- Dubrovnik, Croatia — $1,700/mo, 15% cheaper, safety 84/100
Everyday Prices in Vienna, Compared
| Item | Vienna | Against other cities |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR rent, city centre | $1,267/mo | Pricier than 60% |
| 1BR rent, outside centre | $898/mo | Pricier than 56% |
| Utilities | $352/mo | Pricier than 95% |
| Home internet | $37/mo | Pricier than 50% |
| Transit pass | $60/mo | Pricier than 63% |
| Gym membership | $45/mo | Cheaper than 52% |
| Cheap restaurant meal | $21.20 | Pricier than 83% |
| Cappuccino | $1.79 | Cheaper than 81% |
| Local beer at a bar | $6.48 | Pricier than 73% |
Compared with every other city in Voyica's price data that reports the same item.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Vienna
Neighborhoods in Vienna
Neubau (7th) · Mariahilf (6th) · Leopoldstadt (2nd) · Josefstadt (8th)
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Vienna FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Vienna?
A single person should budget around $2,009 per month in Vienna, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Vienna?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Vienna averages $1,267 per month, dropping to about $898 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,422.
Is Vienna safe?
Vienna scores 87/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 90/100.
How fast is the internet in Vienna?
Median download speeds in Vienna are around 137 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 48 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Austria offer a digital nomad visa?
Austria does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Vienna?
Vienna sees summer highs around 83°F and winter highs near 42°F, with about 179 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 93 days.
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