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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