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Vienna Salary Guide 2026

Gross and net salary benchmarks for tech and non-tech professionals in Vienna, Austria. All figures in EUR (€) per month.

Tech Median Salary

€4,700

gross per month

€3,077 net(3450.0% tax)

Non-Tech Median Salary

€3,500

gross per month

€2,439 net(3030.0% tax)

Salary Breakdown by Percentile

PercentileTech GrossTech NetNon-Tech GrossNon-Tech Net
25th percentile€3,800€2,599(3160%)€2,800€2,018(2790%)
Median (50th)€4,700€3,077(3450%)€3,500€2,439(3030%)
75th percentile€6,000€3,767(3720%)€4,500€2,971(3400%)

Net figures include income tax and social contributions. Tax calculated for single person, standard deductions.

Tax Assumptions 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

What a Median Tech Salary Buys in Vienna

Neighborhoods where 1BR rent is under 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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, the effective tax rate is approximately 3450.0%, 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. 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, 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. Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Austria for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.

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Updated Mar 2026

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2026 tax rules • Mar 2026 rent data