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Wiesbaden vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 168 km apart

Wiesbaden

Germany

€998 ($1,085)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseWiesbadenDortmundCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.34$12.68Wiesbaden
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$41.34$50.70Wiesbaden
Cappuccino$3.10$3.80Wiesbaden
Monthly groceries (single person)$234$287Wiesbaden
Monthly public transport pass$37.90$46.48Wiesbaden
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$99.91$123Wiesbaden
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.94$35.49Wiesbaden
Fitness club membership$28.94$35.49Wiesbaden
Cinema ticket$7.58$9.30Wiesbaden
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$569$734Wiesbaden
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$396$511Wiesbaden
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,187$1,532Wiesbaden
Total single-person budget$1,085$1,356Wiesbaden
Average net salary$3,498$4,290

Verdict

Wiesbaden is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Wiesbaden runs about $1,085 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Wiesbaden  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wiesbaden cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,085 per month in Wiesbaden versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 25% less.
How far is Wiesbaden from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Wiesbaden and Dortmund is approximately 168 km (105 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Wiesbaden or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,498 in Wiesbaden and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,413 in Wiesbaden versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.