Graz
Austria's second city and UNESCO old town — 60,000 students, 40% of the population under 30, and rents at half of Vienna's with the same infrastructure.
5-index Relocy Score
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What locals and expats say
- ✓Very safe — top-tier security · Safety 8.5/10
- ✓World-class healthcare · Score 9.0/10
- ✓Reliable internet across the city · 100 Mbps avg
- ✓Efficient public transport network
- ✓Strong education infrastructure
- ✕Winter smog can spike AQI · Est. AQI 95
Cost breakdown
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Can I afford Graz?
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Local tips
Climb the Schlossberg clock tower — free if you walk, €2 for the lift, best view of the terracotta-roofed old town
Styria is pumpkin seed oil country — Bauernmarkt am Kaiser-Josef-Platz (Sat mornings) for cheap oil and cheese
Murinsel — the floating artificial island in the Mur river, café in the middle, free to walk on
Neighborhoods
Live rent data per district coming with LocaYo integration — starts May 1.
Practical facts
Frequently asked questions about Graz
Is Graz safe for expats and digital nomads?
Graz scores 8.5/10 for safety — considered very safe by international standards. The biggest watch-outs are petty theft in tourist areas and late-night transit hubs.
How much does it cost to live in Graz?
Single expat budget: ~€1400 / month comfortable, including €700 rent for a 1-bedroom in the centre. Average local salary is €2400/month — salary-to-cost ratio 1.71×.
What is the climate and air quality in Graz?
Current month avg temp ~20°C. Estimated AQI ~95 (moderate). Four distinct seasons with cold winters.
Which neighborhoods are best in Graz?
Popular picks: Innere Stadt, Gries, Lend, Jakomini. Innere Stadt tends to be the creative/walkable hub, while Lend offers better value for families or long stays. Settling in? On LocaYo you can rent tools, bikes and gear locally instead of buying.
How good is internet & remote-work infrastructure in Graz?
Average speed 100 Mbps (8.5/10). Reliable fiber, co-working density is high.
In Graz you can rent almost anything
From tools to sports and event gear — locally, from neighbors, without buying things for one-time use.
