Cost of Living in Vienna

The cost of living in Vienna is considered reasonable when it is compared to other cities in the European Union. Food and lodging prices are in the middle price range although there are some places that more expensive than others. Meals cost around 5 to 7 Euros and drinks range from 1 to 3 Euros, but there are restaurants that charge 11 to 18 Euros for a meal and 10 Euros for a bottle of wine, especially in the center of the city.