THE BEST CITIES TO LIVE IN AUSTRIA
The population of Austria is only 9.1 million people. It is a very developed country with a strong economy and beautiful nature, fascinating history and traditions. Due to its comfortable location in the center of Europe Austria is building up favorable trade relations with its neighbors, attracting qualified foreign specialists and entrepreneurs from different countries.
According to the authoritative Institute for Economics and Peace, Austria is considered one of the safest countries in the world. The country offers fine cuisine and beautiful architecture and regularly hosts major cultural and sporting events. According to the Legatum Institute in London, Austria is one of the top five countries with the best medicine in the world.
Next, let's highlight the best cities for immigration and living in Austria in 2024.
| № | CITY |
| 1. | Vienna |
| 2. | Innsbruck |
| 3. | Graz |
| 4. | Salzburg |
| 5. | Linz |
TOP 5 BEST CITIES TO LIVE IN AUSTRIA
VIENNA
The best city to live in Austria in 2024 is Vienna. The economic, political and cultural center of the country. One of the most beautiful cities in Europe, which regularly tops in various international rankings on such a parameter as quality of life. According to many world agencies the Austrian capital is the best city to live in the world.
Renting a studio in the center of Vienna costs on average 700 euros per month.
INNSBRUK
Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Tyrol. Its population is slightly more than 130 thousand people. In the south of the city there is the world famous center for winter sports. It is an ideal place for lovers of mountains, outdoor activities and extreme sports. It is a cozy compact town, but living here can be more expensive than in the capital.
Renting a studio in the center of Innsbruck costs on average of 730 euros per month.
GRAZ
The third place in the list of the best cities to live in Austria takes Graz. The second largest (after the capital) Austrian city with a population of about 220 thousand people. Graz combines ancient history and modern style. Quite a noisy place, but most areas of Graz, including the historic center, are quite safe and comfortable for foreigners to live.
Renting a studio in the center of Graz costs on average of 470 euros per month.
SALZBURG
Today, about 156,000 people live in Salzburg. It is the birthplace of the world-famous composer Wolfgang Mozart, and the cultural and educational center of the country. Here is situated one of the most prestigious universities of Austria – Salzburg University. About 4,000 cultural events are held in the city every year. A great place to immigrate to Austria with the whole family.
Renting a studio in the center of Salzburg costs on average 550 euros per month.
LINZ
Rounding out the ranking of the best cities to live in Austria is Linz. The third largest Austrian city, which has slightly more than 200 thousand inhabitants. It is located in the northern part of the country on the Danube River, 30 kilometers south of the border with the Czech Republic. Linz is a very popular place among foreigners because of the beautiful medieval center and the stunning mountain scenery.
Renting a studio in the center of Linz costs on average 630 euros per month to rent.
To conclude, the life expectancy of Austrians is about 82 years. Austria is one of the richest countries in Europe, but it is very expensive to live here. The country has high taxes and property prices. In addition, foreigners are very difficult to find work in Austria. For high-paying jobs is a huge competition, plus local employers often require a good command of German. The average salary in Austria is about 3.4 thousand euros per month before taxes.
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