Germany

Cost of Living in Leipzig

Monthly Total

$2,359

$41,283

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$667

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$56

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

$667

$11,673

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$371

$6,493

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$174

$3,045

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$180

$3,150

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$420

$7,350

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$269

$4,708

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$234

$4,095

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$43

$753

Monthly Total

$2,359

$41,283

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