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

Duisburg, Germany

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Duisburg, Germany

About Duisburg, Germany

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$963
Family of 4 / mo
$2,455
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,261

Duisburg is a city in Germany that is known for its unique mix of industry and nature. Located in the heart of the Ruhr area, Duisburg has a rich history tied to steel production and shipping. The city has one of the largest inland ports in the world, making it an important hub for trade.

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

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $43.44
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $99.15
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $127.81
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $98.72

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,966

Food - Beverages

  • CappuccinoUSD $3.83
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.97
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.29
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $3.05
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.05

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.91
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $59.5
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.22

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.52
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.26
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $9.26
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.3
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.35
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.82
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.07
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.43
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.52
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $11.86
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.07
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.11
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.47
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.3
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.16
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.23

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $489.18
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $453.91
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $925.46
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $705.11
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $368.47
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $307.07

Leisure

  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $11,238
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $34.38
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $17.18
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $317.3
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $25.07

Transportation

  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $39.67
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $33,052
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.26
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $5.95
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $112.37
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.83
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,120

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $38.78
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $521.72

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How we calculate these numbers

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