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Vechta vs Cologne

Germany vs Germany · 219 km apart

Vechta

Germany

€835 ($908)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Cologne

Germany

€1,081 ($1,174)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseVechtaCologneCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.78$11.12Vechta
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$35.10$44.46Vechta
Cappuccino$2.63$3.33Vechta
Monthly groceries (single person)$199$252Vechta
Monthly public transport pass$32.18$40.76Vechta
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$84.83$107Vechta
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$24.57$31.12Vechta
Fitness club membership$24.57$31.12Vechta
Cinema ticket$6.44$8.15Vechta
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$464$623Vechta
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$323$433Vechta
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$968$1,300Vechta
Total single-person budget$908$1,174Vechta
Average net salary$2,970$3,762

Verdict

Vechta is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Vechta runs about $908 versus $1,174 in Cologne — a difference of roughly 29%.

Salary-adjusted, Cologne 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 Vechta  ·  Full cost of living in Cologne

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vechta cheaper than Cologne?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $908 per month in Vechta versus $1,174 in Cologne — about 29% less.
How far is Vechta from Cologne?
The straight-line distance between Vechta and Cologne is approximately 219 km (136 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Vechta or Cologne?
The estimated average net salary is $2,970 in Vechta and $3,762 in Cologne. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,062 in Vechta versus $2,588 in Cologne per month.