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Lisbon or Vienna

Comprehensive comparison between Lisbon (Portugal) and Vienna (Austria). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Lisbon is more affordable than Vienna. Lisbon has a cost rating of 65/100, while Vienna has a cost rating of 68/100.
In terms of safety, Vienna ranks higher with a safety score of 85/100, compared to Lisbon at 92/100. Lisbon's safety score is 85/100 and Vienna's safety score is 92/100.
Average rent in Lisbon is typically €1,401.56 per month, whereas typical rent in Vienna averages €1,250 per month.
For Lisbon, the visa process is rated as: Friendly for Digital Nomads (Portugal offers some of the most accessible visas in EU, though bureaucracy can be slow.). For Vienna, the process is rated as: Red-White-Red Card (Austria's point-based Red-White-Red Card facilitates entry for qualified professionals and shortage occupations.).