19 Comments so far
Anonymous on Feb 18, 2023:
The numbers here don't add up especially the rents. These days one has to pay north of 3000 eur in the city centre for a good 3 room apartment and if you want luxury nothing short of 6k. Outside the city centre as well nothing less than 1300 to 1400 and a decent 3 room one for about 1800.
Andrew on Dec 02, 2022:
Crazy to see people spending 1000 Euro a month on food. Shows how unrealistic this site is. I eat quite healthy and only spend 240 euros on food per month at most. That's 60 euros a week.
Jacques Amsnl on Jun 19, 2022:
Very much take "rent prices" with a grain of salt. I am currently looking for a flat outside of the city center of Vienna for myself and my spouse using Willhaben + a relocation company, and there is nothing below 890 EUR/mo.
The other flats are all for people who are receiving government assistance or government regulated flat which requires a special application. This estimator is probably taking into account those apartments which are advertised but not available to all members of the public
Ninja on May 10, 2022:
Hi,
I wanted to know the salary breakup for a 50,000 salary in Vienna, Austria. We are a married couple and one of us will not start working right away as my partner is in the process of getting a job offer. This is the offer I have received. Please let me know if this will be enough for both of us. We are fine living in a one bedroom apartment too.
Fab on Feb 19, 2021:
@B.
Salary: approx. 1900 net each month, 2200 net on the 13th and 14th payment (as they are taxed less)
Rent: you should be fine around 1000
Utilities: 100
Internet: 30
Food: depends on you, but I'd say 200 per week including occasionally eating somethin out
Medical:free
Insurance: depends what insurance you are referring to, medical insurance is covered by the employer
Mobile: 20
TV-tax: 25 per month (if you own a TV)
B. on Jan 20, 2021:
I'm looking into possibly moving to Vienna and would love to know if the following information I found is correct for two people without children:
INCOME
Salary: 40k per year equals 2.9k gross and 1.9knet since you're paid 14x a year?
SHARED COSTS
Rent for 1 bedroom appt.: 1000-1500 p/m
Utilities: 100-200 p/m
Internet: 15-35 p/m
Food: 750-1000 p/m
TOT: 950 - 1400 per person p/m
PERSONAL COSTS
Transport: 365 p/y
Medical: free or set aside 100 p/m?
Insurance: covered by company?
Mobile: 20 p/m
TOT: 150 p/m (avg)
So total costs p/p would be 1100 - 1550 p/m?
Am I missing any costs in this list?
Thanks!
Anonymous on Dec 19, 2020:
Hello Michele health insurance rates have risen due to the pandemic.Currently one must have 100,000 eur in health care insurance instead of 30,000 as before. My monthly premium is 450 eur each monthjust for myself compared to 150 eur as before. As an expat it's mandatory.
Michele on Aug 26, 2020:
How much is Health Care per month for an expat?
Anonymous on Aug 18, 2020:
This covid 19 is a hoax stuff is a hoax
dale c buck on Jun 28, 2020:
Sounds nice, I hope to visit there someday. The world being as it is I really don't know if it will be possible but I hope to find that peaceful quit place.
MArtin on Mar 08, 2020:
@Xia
Monthly salary is usually paid 14 times a year in Austria. Moreover, the 13th and 14th salary are taxed very low, so your net salary is higher.
Thus, it's better to calculate with yearly figures. The gross/net calculator of the Ministry of Finance will help you: https://rechner.cpulohn.at/bmf.gv.at/familienbonusplus/#bruttoNetto_familienbonus (unfortunately only in German).
For your two children you will also receive monthly child benefit (for both currently a little more than 260€) plus other tax benefits. Apart from that, they are insured for free in your public health insurance.
So you will get along with your salary better than you think. However, everything I have written here does not apply if you work for an international organization (UN, EU, ...) and therefore their rules apply.
Nevertheless, the problem is the rent. 1300€ in the 19th district for 4 rooms seems ambitious to me. But the rent depends on the duration of the contract. Unlimited rents are expensive, the shorter the duration, the cheaper the rent must be.
All the best for your stay in Vienna, you will enjoy it!
Martin
Lukas on Feb 23, 2020:
@Xla I am living in Vienna and I would say that the prices are pretty spot on and very accurate. I'm not sure if you need 1k for food alone but you can do you your own calculation based on the market prices mentioned.
Xla on Jan 13, 2020:
Hello,
We are a family with 2 children, aged 10 and 7 and we are thinking to relocate to Vienna. According to Numbeo, for a decent/medium life style we would need 2189 EUR, without rent, without vacation and 5% of the time eating out (very rarely - the lowest option) only in cheap restaurants, low car driving.
I've looked a bit for rents on willhaben.at for 4 room apartment in a decent district (district 19 for example) and prices are close to 1300 EUR per month, total rent.
So living expenses in Viena including rent would be 3489 EUR.
I am in discussion with a job which offers around 3650 EUR NET per month, according to official salary calculator. I will be the single earner in the family in the first 1 - 2 years. So we will use almost entire salary just to be able to live in Vienna, without being able to save anything.
Is Numbeo's estimation for cost of living correct ? For example it estimates around 1000 EUR per month just for food at home, which seems pretty high.
Jim on Oct 18, 2019:
Same story across the world. Africans and Asians taking over with a mix of Chinese. They are ruining the world. Because of the increased costs of security, no go areas and making it essential to travel by taxi or private car and over use of health facilities and destruction of culture and school system, they make private healthcare and schools a necessity. It is the same across the world and is getting worse as these people flood in to take advantage of hard won western lifestyles.
Carleta Riley on Jul 19, 2019:
I've loved the German/Austrian culture and life since I lived & worked in Kitzingen,Germany in 1979-81 and am considering on living in Austria niw that I'm retired
Linda on Jul 02, 2019:
Please, can you advice if 92,000 gross salary considered high in Vienna for anyone with 10 years experience and a degree from top university? Is it possible to find a one bedroom flat/dorm for 500-600 euros/month including bills?
What are the other difficulties one can encounter in Vienna?
Kilyk on Jun 13, 2019:
Hello,
Do I need an University degree to work in IT in Vienna?
monkey on Mar 16, 2019:
i am monkey i want free money can i go to africa?
Mokebe on Mar 06, 2019:
I want free money can i go to vienna? help me i am africa.
FAQs
How much money is enough to live in Vienna? ›
Summary about cost of living in Vienna, Austria: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,107.6$ (2,925.4€) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 887.3$ (835.3€) without rent.
How much money is enough to live in Austria? ›Family of four estimated monthly costs are 3,292.4$ (3,080.3€) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 951.4$ (890.1€) without rent. Cost of living in Austria is, on average, 8.7% lower than in United States. Rent in Austria is, on average, 50.8% lower than in United States.
How much spending money do I need for Vienna? ›How much money will you need for your trip to Vienna? You should plan to spend around €113 ($122) per day on your vacation in Vienna, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €27 ($28) on meals for one day and €15 ($16) on local transportation.
How much is the average rent in Vienna? ›| District | Single-bedroom (50m²) | Family of four (120m²) |
|---|---|---|
| 1., Innere Stadt | €1,858.50 | €2,536.80 |
| 2., Leopoldstadt | €1,157.50 | €2,293.20 |
| 3., Landstraße | €987.50 | €2,095.20 |
| 4., Wieden | €983.50 | €1,897.20 |
Austrian residence permit for non-EU citizens
If you do not have EU/EEA or Swiss nationality, you are considered a national of a third country. This will necessitate a residence permit to stay in Austria. The best option to obtain permanent residence in Austria is to apply for a Red-White-Red Card.
Relocating to Vienna
It depends on your situation which visa you require, but it's suggested that you apply for a residence permit before you plan to move to Austria. Finding accommodation in Vienna that meets your needs can come at a high price; if you intend to stay for a long time, buying property is recommended.
U.S. citizens who intend to remain in Austria for a period exceeding 90 days or who wish to be gainfully employed in Austria must obtain an Austrian visa. Please note that the visa-free travel is limited to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Can an American retire in Austria? ›How Can I Retire in Austria? Austria does not have a specific retirement visa, but there are other available options you can access for retirement. Retired citizens from a third country wishing to retire in Australia can obtain a residence title “settlement permit except gainful employment. “
Is Vienna affordable to live? ›Although Vienna is expensive by Austrian standards, there are excellent public housing developments in the city, most of which were built after 1920. You can apply for public housing if you earn up to 48,400 EUR (53,225 USD). About 60% of Vienna's residents live in social housing.
How long can a US citizen stay in Vienna? ›Prospective residents or anyone intending to stay longer than 90 days must obtain the appropriate visa. Visit the Embassy of Austria's website for current visa information or the Government of Austria's website on migration.
How much is a cup of coffee in Vienna? ›
Food & drink
Coffee: A single espresso (German: kleiner Schwarzer): €2.903. A cappuccino: €3.90 (a De Longhi report back in 2021 puts the average at around €3.40)
The currency in Austria is the Euro (symbol: €) and has been ever since January 1st, 2002. One Euro is made up of 100 cents. See also: Common visitor questions.
How many Americans live in Vienna? ›As you will see, compared to other nationalities, the number of Americans living in Vienna (4,492) is much lower.
Is Vienna worth moving to? ›Named the most liveable city in the world in 2022, according to the EIU Global Liveability Index, Vienna has become a melting pot of expats and travelers from all over the world.
Why is rent in Vienna so cheap? ›Housing costs are low
Because 50% of the Viennese population live in subsidised housing, and pay lower social rents, the effect on private sector rents is to keep them at reasonable levels.
While you work—If your work is covered by both the U.S. and Austrian Social Security systems, you (and your employer, if you are employed) would normally have to pay Social Security taxes to both countries for the same work.
Is it hard for an American to move to Austria? ›Yes, a US citizen can move to Austria. However, getting a work and residence permit may take longer as compared to EU/EEA citizens. For US citizens, you need to apply for a visa that will allow you to live more than 90 days in Austria.
Can a U.S. citizen buy a house in Austria? ›Are non-EU citizens allowed to acquire real estate in Austria? Generally, non-EU citizens are allowed to acquire real estate if they apply for a special permit at the Land Transfer Authorities beforehand. The requirements for obtaining a special permit can be found in the nine provincial land transfer laws.
What are the disadvantages of living in Austria? ›- cold and gray weather.
- overly scheduled life.
- not the best cuisine in the world.
- social integration difficult.
- expensive cost of living.
- little social life.
So you should have no trouble at all getting by using English, especially in hotels, stores, restaurants and other places in Vienna used to dealing with foreign tourists.
Does the US allow dual citizenship with Austria? ›
In general, Austrian citizenship law does not permit dual or multiple citizenship. In principle, anyone who voluntarily acquires a foreign citizenship thereby loses Austrian citizenship.
Is Austria friendly to foreigners? ›The alpine country lands in the third spot regarding the quality of life but falls behind when foreigners were asked about ease of settling and how friendly the local population is towards immigrants. Overall, 70 percent of those surveyed are happy with their life in Austria, compared to 71 percent globally.
What is the easiest country to retire to? ›Portugal has ranked as the best country to retire to in the world for four years in a row, with this year scoring a staggering 87.43 out of 100 points. In addition, the following categories scored: Housing: 74. Healthcare: 92.
What is the retirement age in Austria? ›In Austria, the statutory retirement age is 65 years for men and 60 years for women.
What is the cheapest country for an American to retire in? ›Costa Rica
Climate, environment, and costs vary throughout the country, but the overall cost of living is about 38 per cent lower than in the United States, and housing is 72 per cent lower on average making it one of the cheapest countries to retire in, based on June 2022 data.
| Country | Rank | Life expectancy |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | 1 | 81.73 |
| Spain | 2 | 83.43 |
| Slovenia | 3 | 81.37 |
| Netherlands | 4 | 81.81 |
- Panama. Panama tops most lists of the best countries to retire in, and there are good reasons for that. ...
- Costa Rica. ...
- Portugal. ...
- Ecuador. ...
- Greece. ...
- Belize. ...
- Nicaragua. ...
- The Philippines.
Retiring in Austria: Visas
Austria offers several visas to Americans, but the most popular one for retirees is a settlement permit. To qualify for a settlement permit, a person must prove that he or she has sufficient funds, health insurance and a place to live.
- + PRO: Vienna is bicycle friendly. ...
- - CON: Housing is expensive and challenging to find. ...
- - CON: Long winters. ...
- - CON: Service can seem rude. ...
- - CON: Austrian German is challenging.
Vienna is the best option for real estate investment: there is consistently high demand and a high level of profitability. It is most beneficial to rent one-bedroom apartments in Vienna districts located near the center, but not in Inner City - the profitability of housing there is low.
Can you lose US citizenship living abroad? ›
No Longer Can One Lose U.S. Citizenship By Living in Another Country. At this time, no penalties exist if a naturalized U.S. citizen simply goes to live in another country. This is a distinct benefit of U.S. citizenship, since green card holders can have their status taken away for "abandoning" their U.S. residence.
How much bank balance is required for Austria tourist visa? ›As such, the requirement of the bank balance you need for an Austria visa is regulated on an individual or case-by-case basis. However, you are generally advised to account for at least EUR 100 (equivalent to INR 8,682.48)* per day, as this is the average amount of money a tourist spends in Austria.
Can you live in Vienna with English? ›Yes, in most cases, Austrians not only speak English, they speak excellent English.
Are groceries expensive in Vienna? ›According to Numbeo, which tends to be accurate with its price information (although they seem to be inaccurate on a couple of items), the cost of groceries in Austria is 4.25% lower than in the United States.
Is food expensive in Vienna? ›In general, Vienna is quite expensive, especially for dinner in the majority of restaurants, but there's always the option to eat in one of the many street food spots that offer a variety of different foods. Entry to most museums and places of interest is also often expensive.
How much is a Big Mac in Vienna? ›...
Austria - Big Mac menu - price, September 2020.
| Austria - Big Mac menu - price, September 2020 | |
|---|---|
| USD | 8.649 |
Foreign money and euros can be brought into Austria without any restrictions.
Is Vienna tax free? ›All visitors not resident in the EU are entitled to a refund of Austrian value-added tax, which is included in the price. Minimum purchase: € 75.01.
Do you tip waiters in Vienna? ›When tipping serving staff, Austrians normally add 5% to 15% to the bill so it's rounded up to a convenient number. If the bill is 9 Euro, maybe round up to 10. If it's 25, round up to 28.
Is it expensive to live in Vienna Austria? ›In general, Vienna and Innsbruck are consistently ranked the most expensive cities in Austria, while the cheapest, or most affordable, cities include Graz and Klagenfurt. Although Vienna is expensive by Austrian standards, there are excellent public housing developments in the city, most of which were built after 1920.
Is housing in Vienna affordable? ›
Yet–despite its extraordinary complexity–Vienna has nearly unparalleled access to affordable housing. Overall, just 7.4% of all housing stock is for profit without any rent controls.
Does Vienna have affordable housing? ›Kögler's situation is not unique in Vienna, where social housing is not exclusively for the poor: More than 60 percent of the city's 1.8 million inhabitants live in subsidized housing and nearly half of the housing market is made up of city-owned flats or cooperative apartments.
Can I live in Austria as an American? ›U.S. citizens who intend to remain in Austria for a period exceeding 90 days or who wish to be gainfully employed in Austria must obtain an Austrian visa. Please note that the visa-free travel is limited to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Is Austria more expensive than USA? ›United States is 29.1% more expensive than Austria.
Why is Vienna rent so cheap? ›Housing costs are low
Because 50% of the Viennese population live in subsidised housing, and pay lower social rents, the effect on private sector rents is to keep them at reasonable levels.
Named the most liveable city in the world in 2022, according to the EIU Global Liveability Index, Vienna has become a melting pot of expats and travelers from all over the world.
Is Vienna budget friendly? ›Despite all its history and beauty, Vienna isn't the cheapest city in the world. In fact, Austria was ranked as the 18th most expensive country to live in the world by CEOWORLD Magazine, and while not as expensive as famously-expensive London, if you're on a budget you might feel the pinch.
Can a foreigner buy a house in Vienna? ›If you wish to acquire a property in Vienna as a non-citizen of the European Union, you need a permit from Municipal Department 35 - Immigration and Citizenship MA 35. This department is the competent property transfer authority (Grundverkehrsbehörde) in Vienna.
Does Vienna have a homeless problem? ›About 70% of all homeless people in Austria live in Vienna. Another 20.3% live in other big cities: Graz, Linz, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Klagenfurtiv.