Germany vs Germany · 462 km apart
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| Expense | Oberhausen | Berlin | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.75 | $11.12 | Oberhausen |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $39.00 | $44.46 | Oberhausen |
| Cappuccino | $2.93 | $3.33 | Oberhausen |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $221 | $252 | Oberhausen |
| Monthly public transport pass | $35.75 | $40.76 | Oberhausen |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $94.25 | $107 | Oberhausen |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $27.30 | $31.12 | Oberhausen |
| Fitness club membership | $27.30 | $31.12 | Oberhausen |
| Cinema ticket | $7.15 | $8.15 | Oberhausen |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $529 | $623 | Oberhausen |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $368 | $433 | Oberhausen |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,104 | $1,300 | Oberhausen |
| Total single-person budget | $1,018 | $1,174 | Oberhausen |
| Average net salary | $3,300 | $3,762 |
Oberhausen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Oberhausen runs about $1,018 versus $1,174 in Berlin — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Berlin 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 Oberhausen · Full cost of living in Berlin