| Housing | 9235 | Housing costs vary significantly across Germany. For instance, the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment averages €1,023 in Stuttgart and only €687 in Bremen, indicating that Bremen is 30% cheaper than Stuttgart. Berlin has average rents around €1,254, while overall, the south of Germany, including cities like Munich and Stuttgart, tends to have the highest costs.6 |
| Utilities | 2437 | Utility costs are generally higher in major cities like Munich and Stuttgart, with some areas having electricity prices ranging from €0.30 to €0.40 per kWh. Smaller towns offer significantly lower living costs compared to larger urban centers.8 |
| Food | 3008 | Food expenses can vary significantly across different cities, with larger cities like Munich and Berlin being more expensive than smaller towns or rural areas.8 |
| Healthcare | 3509 | Healthcare costs vary between EUR 100 to EUR 500 monthly depending on insurance type, with higher costs in cities like Munich and Stuttgart.10 |
| Education | 99211 | Cost of living and education-related expenses vary significantly by city, with larger cities like Munich and Berlin generally being more expensive than smaller towns.11 |
| Transportation | 34712 | Public transport costs are rising in several German cities, with an average increase of 6.7% in Berlin and Brandenburg, while Munich will see a lower increase of about 4.3%. The Deutschlandticket remains at €49 per month for 2024.13 |
| Entertainment | 17514 | Costs for entertainment vary widely by city; more expensive in places like Munich and Stuttgart compared to smaller cities. General inflation trends have caused increases in leisure costs.15 |
| Internet and Telecom | 39.9816 | Costs can vary significantly by region, with higher prices in cities like Munich, Frankfurt, and Hamburg compared to smaller towns and regions in Eastern Germany.15 |
| Clothing and Footwear | | Clothing and footwear costs vary greatly depending on the type and brand. For example, underwear costs around €3.50–6. Dresses and jeans, on the other hand, can have significantly different costs. Generally, the South of Germany, particularly in cities like Munich and Stuttgart, tends to have higher costs of living including for clothing.12 |
| Restaurants and Hotels | 48317 | Costs for dining out vary significantly across cities; Munich is generally the most expensive city for dining, while smaller towns are usually cheaper. Many sources suggest that major cities like Berlin and Hamburg also incur higher costs for similar meals compared to other regions.18 |