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Stuttgart vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 328 km apart

Stuttgart

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stuttgart cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,174 per month in Stuttgart versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 15% less.
How far is Stuttgart from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Stuttgart and Dortmund is approximately 328 km (204 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Stuttgart or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,762 in Stuttgart and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,588 in Stuttgart versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.