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Bonn vs Berlin

Germany vs Germany · 476 km apart

Bonn

Germany

€998 ($1,085)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Berlin

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Berlin 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 Bonn  ·  Full cost of living in Berlin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bonn cheaper than Berlin?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,085 per month in Bonn versus $1,174 in Berlin — about 8% less.
How far is Bonn from Berlin?
The straight-line distance between Bonn and Berlin is approximately 476 km (296 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bonn or Berlin?
The estimated average net salary is $3,498 in Bonn and $3,762 in Berlin. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,413 in Bonn versus $2,588 in Berlin per month.