Aachen, Germany, Germany — cost of living
Wikipedia · Aachen

Aachen, Germany

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Aachen, Germany

About Aachen, Germany

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$810
Family of 4 / mo
$2,065
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,964

Aachen is a charming city in western Germany , known for its rich history and beautiful architecture. It is famous for the Aachen Cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a stunning example of Carolingian architecture. The cathedral has been a pilgrimage site for centuries and is where many German kings were crowned.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Aachen· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $130.56
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $105.03
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $54.53
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $102.91

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,690

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.08
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.62
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.62
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.78
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.77

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.22
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $66.1
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $17.28
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.26
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.11
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.62
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.05
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.93
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.6
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.34
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.6
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.93
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $9.91
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.95
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.57
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.83
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.43
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.29
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.3

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $930.4
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $777.71
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $507.23
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,479
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,212
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $454.45

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $33.06
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $20.49
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $13.22
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $639.62
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $15,865

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.05
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $5.02
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $23,136
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $39.67
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $94.2
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $29,526
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.83

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $39.36
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $300.66

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