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Bautzen vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 485 km apart

Bautzen

Germany

€835 ($908)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBautzenDortmundCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.78$12.68Bautzen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$35.10$50.70Bautzen
Cappuccino$2.63$3.80Bautzen
Monthly groceries (single person)$199$287Bautzen
Monthly public transport pass$32.18$46.48Bautzen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$84.83$123Bautzen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$24.57$35.49Bautzen
Fitness club membership$24.57$35.49Bautzen
Cinema ticket$6.44$9.30Bautzen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$464$734Bautzen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$323$511Bautzen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$968$1,532Bautzen
Total single-person budget$908$1,356Bautzen
Average net salary$2,970$4,290

Verdict

Bautzen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bautzen runs about $908 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 49%.

Salary-adjusted, Dortmund leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Bautzen  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bautzen cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $908 per month in Bautzen versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 49% less.
How far is Bautzen from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Bautzen and Dortmund is approximately 485 km (301 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bautzen or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $2,970 in Bautzen and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,062 in Bautzen versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.