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Bielefeld vs Cologne

Germany vs Germany · 162 km apart

Bielefeld

Germany

€998 ($1,085)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cologne

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Bielefeld	Cologne	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$10.34	$11.12	Bielefeld
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$41.34	$44.46	Bielefeld
Cappuccino	$3.10	$3.33	Bielefeld
Monthly groceries (single person)	$234	$252	Bielefeld
Monthly public transport pass	$37.90	$40.76	Bielefeld
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$99.91	$107	Bielefeld
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$28.94	$31.12	Bielefeld
Fitness club membership	$28.94	$31.12	Bielefeld
Cinema ticket	$7.58	$8.15	Bielefeld
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$569	$623	Bielefeld
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$396	$433	Bielefeld
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,187	$1,300	Bielefeld
Total single-person budget	$1,085	$1,174	Bielefeld
Average net salary	$3,498	$3,762

Verdict

Bielefeld is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bielefeld runs about $1,085 versus $1,174 in Cologne — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Cologne 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 Bielefeld · Full cost of living in Cologne

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bielefeld cheaper than Cologne?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,085 per month in Bielefeld versus $1,174 in Cologne — about 8% less.

How far is Bielefeld from Cologne?

The straight-line distance between Bielefeld and Cologne is approximately 162 km (101 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Bielefeld or Cologne?

The estimated average net salary is $3,498 in Bielefeld and $3,762 in Cologne. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,413 in Bielefeld versus $2,588 in Cologne per month.