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Dresden vs Cologne

Germany vs Germany · 474 km apart

Dresden

Germany

€998 ($1,085)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Cologne

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dresden cheaper than Cologne?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,085 per month in Dresden versus $1,174 in Cologne — about 8% less.
How far is Dresden from Cologne?
The straight-line distance between Dresden and Cologne is approximately 474 km (295 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dresden or Cologne?
The estimated average net salary is $3,498 in Dresden and $3,762 in Cologne. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,413 in Dresden versus $2,588 in Cologne per month.