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| Expense | Essen | Dortmund | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $10.34 | $12.68 | Essen |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $41.34 | $50.70 | Essen |
| Cappuccino | $3.10 | $3.80 | Essen |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $234 | $287 | Essen |
| Monthly public transport pass | $37.90 | $46.48 | Essen |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $99.91 | $123 | Essen |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $28.94 | $35.49 | Essen |
| Fitness club membership | $28.94 | $35.49 | Essen |
| Cinema ticket | $7.58 | $9.30 | Essen |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $569 | $734 | Essen |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $396 | $511 | Essen |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,187 | $1,532 | Essen |
| Total single-person budget | $1,085 | $1,356 | Essen |
| Average net salary | $3,498 | $4,290 |
Essen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Essen runs about $1,085 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Essen · Full cost of living in Dortmund