Cost of Living in Linz


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£1,543

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
44%
Groceries
23%
Eating Out
12%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
4%
Property
44%
Groceries
23%
Eating Out
12%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
4%

Cost of living breakdown for Linz

You can expect to spend around £1,543 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£629Average rent per month
£4,235Price per m² (city centre)
£2,705Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index50
Quality of life index91
Safety index76
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Linz average costs for food and drink.

£319Weekly groceries/person
£161Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Linz average salaries and services.

£2,169Average Monthly Net Salary
£51Transport
Healthcare77
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Austria

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£629.28£474.87 - £690.72
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£554.02£431.71 - £604.39
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,187.18£863.40 - £1,467.79
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,092.21£863.40 - £1,381.45

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Linz depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £913 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,168. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £629 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Linz costs £3. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £51.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Linz is currently £2,169.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Linz costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £60.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Linz for a single person is £913, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Linz, the estimated monthly costs are £3,168, not including rent.

Rent prices in Linz depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £629, compared to £554 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,187 in the centre and £1,092 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Linz (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £226 per month. Internet access typically adds another £31.