Linz, Austria, Austria — cost of living
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Linz, Austria

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Linz, Austria

About Linz, Austria

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$900
Family of 4 / mo
$2,322
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,790

Linz is a charming city in Austria , known for its beautiful blend of history and modern culture. Located along the banks of the Danube River, it is the third-largest city in the country. Linz has a vibrant arts scene, with many museums and galleries showcasing local and international artists.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $151.05
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $121.77
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $46.66
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $123.11

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,597

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.84
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.55
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $5.41
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $3.18
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.21

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $18.51
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $79.32
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $22.58
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.62
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.24
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.51
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.1
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.85
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $2.04
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $2.08
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.68
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.58
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $7.28
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $14.18
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $15.84
  • Dozen EggsUSD $4.4
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.52
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $5
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.75

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $508.5
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $877.56
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $766.81
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,793
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,294
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $411.04

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $61.19
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $26.44
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $14.54
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $454.46
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $13,000

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.7
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $7.14
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,016
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $33.32
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $66.1
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,635
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.3

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $52.06
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $241.82

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

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