Germany
Cost of Living in Berlin
Monthly Total
$3,249
$56,858
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,222
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$68
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,222
$21,385
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$393
$6,878
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$170
$2,975
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$660
$11,550
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$289
$5,058
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$275
$4,813
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$36
$630
Monthly Total
$3,249
$56,858
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