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Nuremberg vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 343 km apart

Nuremberg

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseNurembergDortmundCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.12$12.68Nuremberg
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$44.46$50.70Nuremberg
Cappuccino$3.33$3.80Nuremberg
Monthly groceries (single person)$252$287Nuremberg
Monthly public transport pass$40.76$46.48Nuremberg
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$107$123Nuremberg
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.12$35.49Nuremberg
Fitness club membership$31.12$35.49Nuremberg
Cinema ticket$8.15$9.30Nuremberg
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$623$734Nuremberg
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$433$511Nuremberg
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,300$1,532Nuremberg
Total single-person budget$1,174$1,356Nuremberg
Average net salary$3,762$4,290

Verdict

Nuremberg is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nuremberg runs about $1,174 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 15%.

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 Nuremberg  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nuremberg cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,174 per month in Nuremberg versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 15% less.
How far is Nuremberg from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Nuremberg and Dortmund is approximately 343 km (213 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Nuremberg or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,762 in Nuremberg and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,588 in Nuremberg versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.