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Friedrichshafen vs Hamburg

Germany vs Germany · 657 km apart

Friedrichshafen

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Hamburg

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseFriedrichshafenHamburgCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.75$11.12Friedrichshafen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.00$44.46Friedrichshafen
Cappuccino$2.93$3.33Friedrichshafen
Monthly groceries (single person)$221$252Friedrichshafen
Monthly public transport pass$35.75$40.76Friedrichshafen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$94.25$107Friedrichshafen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.30$31.12Friedrichshafen
Fitness club membership$27.30$31.12Friedrichshafen
Cinema ticket$7.15$8.15Friedrichshafen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$529$623Friedrichshafen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$368$433Friedrichshafen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,104$1,300Friedrichshafen
Total single-person budget$1,018$1,174Friedrichshafen
Average net salary$3,300$3,762

Verdict

Friedrichshafen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Friedrichshafen runs about $1,018 versus $1,174 in Hamburg — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Hamburg 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 Friedrichshafen  ·  Full cost of living in Hamburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Friedrichshafen cheaper than Hamburg?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Friedrichshafen versus $1,174 in Hamburg — about 15% less.
How far is Friedrichshafen from Hamburg?
The straight-line distance between Friedrichshafen and Hamburg is approximately 657 km (408 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Friedrichshafen or Hamburg?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Friedrichshafen and $3,762 in Hamburg. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Friedrichshafen versus $2,588 in Hamburg per month.