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Fulda vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 188 km apart

Fulda

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseFuldaDortmundCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.75$12.68Fulda
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.00$50.70Fulda
Cappuccino$2.93$3.80Fulda
Monthly groceries (single person)$221$287Fulda
Monthly public transport pass$35.75$46.48Fulda
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$94.25$123Fulda
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.30$35.49Fulda
Fitness club membership$27.30$35.49Fulda
Cinema ticket$7.15$9.30Fulda
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$529$734Fulda
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$368$511Fulda
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,104$1,532Fulda
Total single-person budget$1,018$1,356Fulda
Average net salary$3,300$4,290

Verdict

Fulda is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Fulda runs about $1,018 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 33%.

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 Fulda  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fulda cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Fulda versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 33% less.
How far is Fulda from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Fulda and Dortmund is approximately 188 km (117 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Fulda or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Fulda and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Fulda versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.