City comparison
🇨🇿 Prague vs 🇦🇹 Vienna
Side-by-side comparison of cost of living, taxes, and quality of life for expats.
Quick verdict
More affordable
Prague
44% more expensive overall
Higher quality of life
Vienna
7.5/10 vs 9/10
Cost of living comparison
| Category | 🇨🇿 Prague | 🇦🇹 Vienna |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, center) | €800 | €1,037 |
| Rent (1-bed, suburb) | €600 | €751 |
| Groceries (single) | €250 | €275 |
| Transport pass | €25 | €51 |
| Restaurant (2 people) | €35 | €70 |
| Monthly budget (moderate) | €1,600 | €2,100 |
Quality of life
| Metric | 🇨🇿 Prague | 🇦🇹 Vienna |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 7.5/10 | 9/10 |
| Safety | 8.5/10 | 9/10 |
| Healthcare | 7.5/10 | 9/10 |
| Education | 8/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Expat Community | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| English Proficiency | 7/10 | 7.5/10 |
Tax & practical info
🇨🇿
Prague
Czech RepublicTax regime15% flat (23% above ~€77k)
ClimateContinental
Nomad visaYes
Effective tax rate18–22%
Avg. salary€25,000–€45,000
🇦🇹
Vienna
AustriaTax regimeProgressive 0–55%; national rate
ClimateTemperate
Nomad visa–
Effective tax rate40–48%
Avg. salary€45,000–€75,000
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