Moving to Austria from Hong Kong
What to Expect
Considering a move from Hong Kong to Austria? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Hong Kong to Austria, you would find that Austria is 15.7% more expensive than Hong Kong overall. A HK$588,026 salary in Hong Kong would need to be roughly €52,367 in Austria to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in German. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Vienna averages 58°F vs 79°F in Hong Kong, making it significantly cooler.
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A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Hong Kong and Austria.
What does your salary buy?
HK$588,026 → €52,367
To maintain the same standard of living in Austria
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 2.4 times more
Groceries
pay 5.5% more
Transportation
pay 1.7% less
Housing
pay 9.8% more
Childcare
pay 37.4% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 20.0% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Hong Kong to Austria.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Austria compared to Hong Kong.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Hong Kong performs better than Austria across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Hong Kong performs better than Austria across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
share of households with internet
Hong Kong generally does better on infrastructure, though Austria leads in electricity per capita.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
share of people below the poverty line
Hong Kong generally does better on employment & economy, though Austria leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Hong Kong generally does better on family life, though Austria leads in education spending.
Data: Inland Revenue Department, Hong Kong, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Hong Kong | Vienna |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 68°/61°F (20°/16°C) | 43°/31°F (6°/0°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 83°/75°F (28°/24°C) | 67°/50°F (20°/10°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 88°/80°F (31°/27°C) | 75°/58°F (24°/14°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 76°/68°F (24°/20°C) | 48°/37°F (9°/3°C) |
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| Month | Hong Kong | Vienna |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66°/58°F (18.7°/14.6°C) | 37°/28°F (2.9°/-2.0°C) |
| Feb | 67°/60°F (19.4°/15.3°C) | 41°/30°F (5.1°/-0.9°C) |
| Mar | 71°/64°F (21.9°/17.6°C) | 51°/36°F (10.3°/2.4°C) |
| Apr | 78°/70°F (25.6°/21.1°C) | 59°/42°F (15.2°/5.8°C) |
| May | 84°/76°F (28.8°/24.5°C) | 69°/51°F (20.5°/10.5°C) |
| Jun | 87°/80°F (30.7°/26.5°C) | 74°/56°F (23.4°/13.5°C) |
| Jul | 89°/80°F (31.6°/26.9°C) | 78°/60°F (25.6°/15.4°C) |
| Aug | 88°/80°F (31.3°/26.7°C) | 78°/60°F (25.4°/15.3°C) |
| Sep | 87°/79°F (30.5°/26.1°C) | 69°/53°F (20.3°/11.7°C) |
| Oct | 83°/75°F (28.1°/23.9°C) | 58°/45°F (14.2°/7.0°C) |
| Nov | 76°/69°F (24.5°/20.3°C) | 46°/36°F (7.5°/2.4°C) |
| Dec | 69°/61°F (20.4°/16.2°C) | 39°/31°F (4.0°/-0.5°C) |
Hong Kong Observatory
GeoSphere AustriaVisitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Hong Kong and Austria. To live, work, or study long-term in Austria, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Austria's immigration authority.
Hong Kong passport holder visiting Austria
Visa Free
Austria passport holder visiting Hong Kong
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Austria than Hong Kong?
On average Austria is about 20% less expensive than Hong Kong, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Austria?
Budget about €13,092 for 3 months in Austria (based on a HK$588,026 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Austria?
Connectivity is usually fine (Austria: 29.6 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Austria offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Austria safe for expats?
Hong Kong performs better than Austria across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Austria is 0.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.4 in Hong Kong.
What's the weather like in Austria compared to Hong Kong?
The average high temperature in Vienna is 58°F, compared to 79°F in Hong Kong. Vienna receives around 24.4 in of rainfall per year, while Hong Kong gets 95.7 in.
What language do they speak in Austria?
The official language in Austria is German. In Hong Kong, the official languages are Chinese and English.
