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Dortmund vs Hamburg

Germany vs Germany · 284 km apart

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

VS

Hamburg

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDortmundHamburgCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$12.68$11.12Hamburg
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$50.70$44.46Hamburg
Cappuccino$3.80$3.33Hamburg
Monthly groceries (single person)$287$252Hamburg
Monthly public transport pass$46.48$40.76Hamburg
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$123$107Hamburg
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$35.49$31.12Hamburg
Fitness club membership$35.49$31.12Hamburg
Cinema ticket$9.30$8.15Hamburg
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$734$623Hamburg
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$511$433Hamburg
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,532$1,300Hamburg
Total single-person budget$1,356$1,174Hamburg
Average net salary$4,290$3,762

Verdict

Hamburg is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Dortmund runs about $1,356 versus $1,174 in Hamburg — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Dortmund  ·  Full cost of living in Hamburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dortmund cheaper than Hamburg?
No. Dortmund costs an estimated $1,356 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Hamburg at $1,174.
How far is Dortmund from Hamburg?
The straight-line distance between Dortmund and Hamburg is approximately 284 km (176 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dortmund or Hamburg?
The estimated average net salary is $4,290 in Dortmund and $3,762 in Hamburg. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,934 in Dortmund versus $2,588 in Hamburg per month.