Austria
Austria

Vienna

The imperial capital of the Habsburg empire retains its grandeur through stunning architecture, world-class opera, café culture, and an extraordinary museum landscape. Vienna has been named the world's most liveable city multiple years running — a title it earns through a remarkable combination of culture, safety, infrastructure, and quality of life.

1,930,000 population
German (English widely spoken in business)
EUR

Best For

Culture lovers, academics, healthcare professionals, and those seeking a grand, safe, affordable-by-Western-standards European capital with exceptional public services.

Monthly Temperature

200 sunny days/year

Safety

82
/100 · Safety Index
Overall Crime
18/100
perception index
Property Crime
22/100
perception index
Violent Crime
12/100
perception index
⚠️ These are perception-based indicators, not official crime statistics. Residents' sense of safety can differ from recorded crime rates.

Income

Median Gross Salary
42,000
EUR / year
Est. Net Salary
26,500
EUR / year
110
Cost of Living Score
Hamburg = 100 · 2-adult household
Rent24/m² city centre
Groceries380/month · 2 adults
Transport24/month · 1 pass
Dining60/dinner · 2 adults

Family Fit

Outstanding for families. Subsidised childcare, excellent public schools, universal healthcare, and one of Europe's safest environments. Vienna's parks, museums, and cultural life provide exceptional quality of childhood. Housing is reasonably priced for a European capital.

Expat Fit

Growing international community, particularly from Eastern Europe and the broader DACH region. English is widely spoken in professional contexts. German is important for full integration. Vienna is increasingly attractive to digital nomads and remote workers thanks to its infrastructure and relative affordability.

Last updated: 2024-12-01

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