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Dresden vs Stuttgart

Germany vs Germany · 413 km apart

Dresden

Germany

€998 ($1,085)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Stuttgart

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseDresdenStuttgartCheaper
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 Stuttgart — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dresden cheaper than Stuttgart?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,085 per month in Dresden versus $1,174 in Stuttgart — about 8% less.
How far is Dresden from Stuttgart?
The straight-line distance between Dresden and Stuttgart is approximately 413 km (256 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Dresden or Stuttgart?
The estimated average net salary is $3,498 in Dresden and $3,762 in Stuttgart. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,413 in Dresden versus $2,588 in Stuttgart per month.