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Kassel vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 143 km apart

Kassel

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Kassel is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kassel 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 Kassel  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kassel cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Kassel versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 33% less.
How far is Kassel from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Kassel and Dortmund is approximately 143 km (89 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kassel or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Kassel and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Kassel versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.