Graz, Austria's second-largest city, is known for its UNESCO-listed old town, creative scene, and laid-back pace, Graz is often overlooked in favour of Vienna - but it offers an excellent quality of life without the capital's intensity. With good infrastructure, walkable streets, and a strong student scene, it's a great option for digital nomads seeking a quieter, cultured, and well-connected European base.
The Good
- ๐ Decent food options
- โ Coffee
- ๐ฆ Strong nomad community
- ๐ก Strong wifi coverage
- ๐ Fast wifi
- ๐ Good public transport
- ๐ฒ Nature
- ๐๏ธ Architecture
- ๐ฅฐ Beautiful
The Bad
- ๐ Poor nightlife
- ๐ฐ Relatively expensive
- ๐คทโโ๏ธ Not much to do
Living costs
- Graz is the cheapest place (out of 4) to live in Austria
- The average salary in Graz is
- It's about 10% more expensive to live in Graz than it is Bangkok
- You can expect to spend around $1,738.76 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026
Safety
Graz is generally safe with low crime rates, but petty crime like pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas.
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Who it suits
Places near Graz
Ljubljana
Green spaces and cafe culture
Vienna
Waltzes, schnitzels, and palatial pizzazz.
Zagreb
Cool cafes, architecture and nightlife
Bratislava
Castles, caves and hot springs
Salzburg
Sophisticated, scenic serenity
Brno
Affordable and underrated
Budapest
The Danube, trams and local wine
Venice
Gondolas, waterways and artists
Innsbruck
Alpine adventures, snowy slopes, and cozy chalets.
Munich
Lederhosen, Oktoberfest, and a whole lotta Prost