Currency
EUR
€
Healthcare
Public (ÖGK)
€0/mo
Work Visa
2-3 months
processing time
Deposit
3 mo
of rent
Visa & Work Permits
Which city in Austria?
What the taxman takes: Germany vs Austria
Same gross salary in both places: €5,000 (EUR) per month.
Germany
3750.0%
effective tax rate
Net: €3,126/mo
Austria
3530.0%
effective tax rate
Net: €3,236/mo
Rough numbers for a single filer with standard deductions. Your actual rate shifts with income, city, and your own situation.
What daily life costs in Austria
The up-front bill, moving to Austria
Rental Deposit
3 month(s) of rent
Agency Fee
2 month(s) of rent
Registration & Admin
€0
Usually 3 months deposit. Agent fees often 2 months.
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See what your salary looks like in Austria
Type in your gross pay. We'll show what lands after tax, which neighborhoods you can actually afford, and how much is left over each month.
Questions people actually ask
How does Austria compare to Germany on cost of living?
It depends on the city. In Vienna, a one-bed runs €730 to €1,700 and groceries land around €350 a month. In Graz, a one-bed runs €700 to €1,200 and groceries land around €300 a month. In Salzburg, a one-bed runs €850 to €1,400 and groceries land around €330 a month.
Do I need a visa to work in Austria from Germany?
Red-White-Red Card for skilled workers. Points-based system. If you hold an EU passport: Free to work. Register Meldezettel within 3 days.. Expect processing to take 2-3 months. Double-check the current rules with the Austria immigration authority before you book anything.
How does healthcare work in Austria once you arrive?
Austria runs a Public (ÖGK) system. Public insurance ~7.6% of salary. Additional private optional. Public coverage is roughly €0 a month. Private sits around €100.
How much tax will I pay in Austria?
On €5,000 gross a month, you're looking at roughly 3530.0% effective. That leaves about €3,236 in your account. The real number moves with your income, your city, and your situation.
What up-front money do I need to move from Germany to Austria?
Budget 3 month(s) of rent for the deposit, plus another 2 month(s) for the agency fee. Registration and paperwork usually come in around €0. Usually 3 months deposit. Agent fees often 2 months.