Vienna, Austria
Salary Benchmarks · Vienna
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Vienna, Austria. Monthly figures in EUR (€).
The median tech salary in Vienna is about €4,700/month gross (2026 data); most roles fall between €3,800 and €6,000. After tax that leaves roughly €3,077/month net (34.5% effective rate) in Austria.
Tech Median Salary
€4,700
gross per month
€3,077 net(34.5% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
€3,500
gross per month
€2,439 net(30.3% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | €3,800 | €2,599(31.6%) | €2,800 | €2,018(27.9%) |
| Median (50th) | €4,700 | €3,077(34.5%) | €3,500 | €2,439(30.3%) |
| 75th percentile | €6,000 | €3,767(37.2%) | €4,500 | €2,971(34.0%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming for Austria
- -Progressive rates (0-55%)
- -Social security ~18.12% (capped at EUR6,060/month)
- -13th/14th month salary taxed at flat 6% (above EUR620 exemption)
- -2025 rates
- -Single person, no dependents
- -Standard deductions only
- -Does not include employer contributions
Where a median tech salary actually goes in Vienna
Neighborhoods where a 1BR costs less than 35% of net income (€3,077/mo net).
Simmering
22 min U-Bahn|Safety: 3/5
€730 - €95027% of net
affordableindustrialsuburban
Ottakring
18 min U-Bahn|Safety: 3/5
€780 - €1,01029% of net
affordablediversemarket
Favoriten
20 min U-Bahn|Safety: 3/5
€900 - €1,00031% of net
multiculturalaffordableconnected
Leopoldstadt
10 min U-Bahn|Safety: 4/5
€1,000 - €1,10034% of net
parksdiverseup-and-coming
Donaustadt
25 min U-Bahn|Safety: 4/5
€1,000 - €1,10034% of net
modernfamiliesnew
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Questions people actually ask
What is the average tech salary in Vienna?
The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Vienna is €4,700 gross per month (2026 data). The 25th percentile is €3,800 and the 75th percentile is €6,000.
How much tax do I pay in Austria?
On a median tech salary of €4,700/month in Vienna (2026 data), the effective tax rate is approximately 34.5%, leaving €3,077 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
What is the non-tech salary in Vienna?
Non-tech median salary in Vienna is €3,500 gross per month (2026 data). After tax, that is approximately €2,439 net per month.
Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Vienna on a tech salary?
1-bedroom rents in Vienna range from €730 to €1,700. On a median tech net salary of €3,077 (2026 data), 5 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).
How does Vienna compare to other cities in Austria?
Vienna has a median tech salary of €4,700 (2026 data). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Austria for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.