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Passau vs Berlin

Germany vs Germany · 438 km apart

Passau

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Berlin

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Passau cheaper than Berlin?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Passau versus $1,174 in Berlin — about 15% less.
How far is Passau from Berlin?
The straight-line distance between Passau and Berlin is approximately 438 km (272 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Passau or Berlin?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Passau and $3,762 in Berlin. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Passau versus $2,588 in Berlin per month.