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

Stuttgart, Germany

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About Stuttgart, Germany

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$922
Family of 4 / mo
$2,353
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,833

Stuttgart is a vibrant city located in southern Germany , known for its beautiful parks and rich automotive history. It is the home of famous car brands like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, which have museums that attract many visitors. The city is surrounded by lush vineyards and hills, making it a lovely place for nature lovers.

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

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $159.48
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $102.68
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $42.3
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $91.72

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $4,499

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.79
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.29
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $5.29
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $3.54
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.1

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $15.87
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $79.32
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $12.09

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $18.38
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.91
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.13
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.93
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.46
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.49
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.48
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.85
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $6.61
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $9.26
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $10.69
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $17.39
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.3
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.96
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.73
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.61

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $1,055
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,289
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,023
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,320
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,739
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $758.75

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $53.59
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $26.1
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.87
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $441.24
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $16,906

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $4.05
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.97
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,069
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $39.67
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $99.15
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $32,080
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.63

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $43.62
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $304.12

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How we calculate these numbers

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