Lifestyle
Austria — Living: Cost Of Living
Statistics Austria reported inflation of 3.6% in September 2026 (CPI 103.9), with energy up 15.1% and fuel the main driver.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceStatistics Austria — consumer price index September 2026Last reviewed: 2026-10-23
Why this matters
Austria's cost of living should be considered when deciding whether to relocate there, as it can significantly impact one's standard of living.
Key facts
- Consumer prices rose 3.6% year on year in September 2026 and 0.2% on the month; the VPI 2025 stood at 103.9 and HICP inflation was also 3.6%.
- Excluding fuels and heating oil inflation would be 2.4%; energy prices rose 15.1%.
- Austria had 9,215,956 people on 1 January 2026, and Vienna 2,040,914.
- Statistics Austria does not publish a monthly budget for a foreign resident.
Steps
- Researching neighborhoods and costs — Researching specific neighborhoods and costs of living within those areas can help a relocating person make informed decisions about where to live.
- Calculating personal expenses — Calculating personal expenses such as food, transportation, and housing costs can help a relocating person understand their overall cost of living in Austria.