Erlangen, Germany, Germany — cost of living
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Erlangen, Germany

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About Erlangen, Germany

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$837
Family of 4 / mo
$2,135
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,923

Erlangen is a charming city in Germany , located in the state of Bavaria. It is known for its beautiful parks and historic buildings, making it a lovely place to explore. One of the highlights of Erlangen is its university, which attracts many students from all over the world.

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

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $126.92
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $107.88
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $55.86
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $116.56

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $4,583

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.39
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.62
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.97
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.68
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.75

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $17.85
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $56.19
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.58

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $30.79
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.87
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.11
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.6
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.05
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.44
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.16
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.71
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.65
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.93
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $9.26
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.84
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $16.36
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.19
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $6.13
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.25

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $696.01
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $881.38
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $661.04
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,818
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,289
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $470.83

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $34.15
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $22.04
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.87
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $571.8
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $19,170

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.83
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.49
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $33,052
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $31.73
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $71.92
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $39,662
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.3

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $39.47
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $306.76

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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