Cost of Living in Berlin
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Berlin, Germany.
Overall, the cost of living in Berlin is below the New York City baseline (composite index 56 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)48
Groceries index62
Dining out index58
Transport index46
Utilities index68
Median annual salary$38,000
Minimum wage$8.80/hr
Est. monthly childcare$300
Est. monthly healthcare premium$220
YoY inflation2.9%
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