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Gera vs Cologne

Germany vs Germany · 359 km apart

Gera

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Cologne

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

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 Gera  ·  Full cost of living in Cologne

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gera cheaper than Cologne?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Gera versus $1,174 in Cologne — about 15% less.
How far is Gera from Cologne?
The straight-line distance between Gera and Cologne is approximately 359 km (223 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Gera or Cologne?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Gera and $3,762 in Cologne. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Gera versus $2,588 in Cologne per month.