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Cuxhaven vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 275 km apart

Cuxhaven

Germany

€835 ($908)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Cuxhaven is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cuxhaven 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 Cuxhaven  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cuxhaven cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $908 per month in Cuxhaven versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 49% less.
How far is Cuxhaven from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Cuxhaven and Dortmund is approximately 275 km (171 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Cuxhaven or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $2,970 in Cuxhaven and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,062 in Cuxhaven versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.