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Cost of Living in Kiel
Monthly Total
$2,584
$45,220
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$781
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$60
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
$781
$13,668
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$341
$5,968
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$183
$3,203
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$480
$8,400
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$287
$5,023
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$269
$4,708
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$39
$683
Monthly Total
$2,584
$45,220
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