Cost of Living & Prices:
Germany vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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New York, NYTable of contents
Grocery
Germany vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.62 times less for grocery shopping in Germany than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.57 EUR (2.8 USD) in Germany and 5.37 EUR (5.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 52.1% lower in Germany.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.71 EUR (1.86 USD) in Germany and 2.2 EUR (2.39 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 22.3% lower in Germany.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 14.23 EUR (15.48 USD) in Germany and 19.29 EUR (20.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 26.2% lower in Germany.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 5.75 EUR (6.26 USD) in Germany and 16.54 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.2% lower in Germany.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 9.79 EUR (10.65 USD) in Germany and 16.01 EUR (17.42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 38.9% lower in Germany.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 8 EUR (8.7 USD) in Germany and 14.71 EUR (16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.6% lower in Germany.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.06 EUR (1.15 USD) in Germany and 2.95 EUR (3.21 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.1% lower in Germany.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.8 EUR (3.05 USD) for 12 eggs in Germany and 4.36 EUR (4.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in Germany.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 1.49 EUR (1.62 USD) in Germany and 3.61 EUR (3.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.7% lower in Germany.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 12.79 EUR (13.91 USD) in Germany and 22.97 EUR (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 44.3% lower in Germany.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.4 EUR (1.52 USD) in Germany and 2.61 EUR (2.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46.4% lower in Germany.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.68 EUR (1.83 USD) in Germany and 3.92 EUR (4.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.1% lower in Germany.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 13.03 EUR (14.18 USD) in Germany and 15.36 EUR (16.71 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 15.2% lower in Germany.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.17 EUR (1.27 USD) in Germany and 1.15 EUR (1.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 1.7% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.44 EUR (1.57 USD) in Germany and 3.58 EUR (3.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.8% lower in Germany.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.43 EUR (2.64 USD) in Germany and 4.9 EUR (5.33 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 50.4% lower in Germany.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.82 EUR (1.98 USD) in Germany and 3.92 EUR (4.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 53.6% lower in Germany.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.37 EUR (2.58 USD) in Germany and 7.56 EUR (8.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 68.7% lower in Germany.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 13.88 EUR (15.1 USD) in Germany and 8.25 EUR (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 40.6% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.05 EUR (3.32 USD) in Germany and 5.74 EUR (6.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46.9% lower in Germany.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.67 EUR (0.73 USD) in Germany and 2.3 EUR (2.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.9% lower in Germany.
Restaurant
Germany vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.56 times less for meals in restaurants in Germany than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.29 EUR (3.58 USD) in Germany and 4.8 EUR (5.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 31.5% lower in Germany.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.54 EUR (2.76 USD) in Germany and 2.57 EUR (2.8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 1.2% lower in Germany.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 4 EUR (4.35 USD) in Germany and 7.35 EUR (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.6% lower in Germany.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 4 EUR (4.35 USD) in Germany and 9.19 EUR (10 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 56.5% lower in Germany.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 9.21 EUR (10.02 USD) in Germany and 11.03 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 16.5% lower in Germany.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 60 EUR (65.28 USD) in Germany and 91.92 EUR (100 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 34.7% lower in Germany.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 12 EUR (13.06 USD) in Germany and 22.98 EUR (25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 47.8% lower in Germany.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.02 EUR (2.2 USD) in Germany and 2.02 EUR (2.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 0% lower in the United States.
Fuel
Germany vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.88 times more for fuel in Germany than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.74 EUR (1.9 USD) in Germany and 1 EUR (1.09 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.5% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.74 EUR (1.89 USD) in Germany and 0.85 EUR (0.92 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 51.1% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
Germany vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.21 times less for transportation in Germany than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 85 EUR (92.48 USD) in Germany and 118.57 EUR (129 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.3% lower in Germany.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 3 EUR (3.26 USD) in Germany and 2.53 EUR (2.75 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 15.7% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 33 EUR (35.9 USD) in Germany and 27.57 EUR (30 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 16.5% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2.1 EUR (2.28 USD) in Germany and 1.71 EUR (1.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 18.6% lower in the United States.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 4.3 EUR (4.68 USD) in Germany and 4.14 EUR (4.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 3.7% lower in the United States.
Sports & entertainment
Germany vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 12 EUR (13.06 USD) in Germany and 16.54 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 27.4% lower in Germany.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 38.58 EUR (41.97 USD) in Germany and 90.32 EUR (98.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.3% lower in Germany.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 19.6 EUR (21.32 USD) in Germany and 34.93 EUR (38 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.9% lower in Germany.
Flats for rent
Germany vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.62 times less for renting an apartment in Germany than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1280 EUR (1393.02 USD) in Germany and 3493 EUR (3800.48 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 63.4% lower in Germany.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 908.82 EUR (988.76 USD) in Germany and 2188 EUR (2380.18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.5% lower in Germany.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2300 EUR (2502.31 USD) in Germany and 6521 EUR (7094.09 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.7% lower in Germany.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1601 EUR (1741.28 USD) in Germany and 3775 EUR (4107.47 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.6% lower in Germany.
Flats for sale
Germany vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.59 times less for buying an apartment in Germany than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 8113 EUR (8826.89 USD) in Germany and 13124 EUR (14277.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 38.2% lower in Germany.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 5532 EUR (6018.87 USD) in Germany and 8525 EUR (9275.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.1% lower in Germany.
Salary
Germany vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Germany is 1.84 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3001 EUR (3265.11 USD) in Germany and 5512 EUR (5996.99 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 45.6% lower in Germany.
Hotels
Germany vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 May 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 May 2024) • Germany: 20 cities, 923 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3791 hotels