Cost of living in Germantown

In Germantown, United States, a family of four typically needs around $6078 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2775 monthly.

How expensive is Germantown compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Germantown are 94% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Germantown compare to your city?

Germantown is 60% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in Germantown is, on average, 24% higher than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in Germantown?

Who is Germantown a good fit for?

Germantown is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Germantown so expensive?

The high cost of living in Germantown is primarily due to elevated rent and utility expenses. These costs significantly impact overall affordability.

Is food expensive in Germantown?

Yes, food prices in Germantown are 75% higher than the European benchmark. This adds to the overall cost of living.

Is public transport affordable in Germantown?

Public transport costs are 10% higher than the European benchmark. While not the most expensive, it still contributes to living expenses.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2775 $
Without Rent
1084 $
Rent & Utilities
1691 $
Food
834 $
Transport
82 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
7079 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
91.2K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 20.2 $
Dinner 80.7 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 16.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 7.03 $
Capuccino 5.03 $
Coke, 330ml 2.6 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.08 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 4.07 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.57 $
Eggs, 12 pack 4.2 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 25.6 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 24.2 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 23 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.29 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.54 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.29 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.05 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.76 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.66 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 2 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.68 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 19.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.72 $
Cigarette pack 11 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1 $
Monthly Pass 109 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.82 $
Taxi, 8 km 25.3 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 97.2 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.36 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.25 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.84 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.98 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 111 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 169 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 57.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,444 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,443 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,839 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,540 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,925 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,651 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 7,079 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.61%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 40.2 $
Cinema, 1 seat 15 $
Haircut 17 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 144 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 70 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,045 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 21,974 $

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Canada
Germantown vs Toronto (Toronto is 7% less expensive) Germantown vs Montreal (Montreal is 30% less expensive) Germantown vs Calgary (Calgary is 23% less expensive) Germantown vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 19% less expensive) Germantown vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 36% less expensive) Germantown vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 37% less expensive) Germantown vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 11% less expensive) Germantown vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 5% less expensive) Germantown vs Brampton (Brampton is 23% less expensive) Germantown vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 22% less expensive)
Barbados
Germantown vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 51% less expensive) Germantown vs Holetown (Holetown is 50% less expensive)
Panama
Germantown vs Panama City (Panama City is 50% less expensive) Germantown vs Colon (Colon is 57% less expensive) Germantown vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 56% less expensive) Germantown vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 62% less expensive) Germantown vs David (David is 70% less expensive) Germantown vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 66% less expensive) Germantown vs Balboa (Balboa is 55% less expensive) Germantown vs Pacora (Pacora is 55% less expensive) Germantown vs Chitre (Chitre is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs Penonome (Penonome is 60% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Germantown vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 55% less expensive) Germantown vs Cayon (Cayon is 55% less expensive)
Cuba
Germantown vs Havana (Havana is 63% less expensive) Germantown vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 49% less expensive) Germantown vs Holguin (Holguin is 54% less expensive) Germantown vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 45% less expensive) Germantown vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 62% less expensive) Germantown vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 58% less expensive) Germantown vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 44% less expensive) Germantown vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 44% less expensive) Germantown vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 68% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Germantown vs San Jose (San Jose is 55% less expensive) Germantown vs Limon (Limon is 57% less expensive) Germantown vs Liberia (Liberia is 68% less expensive) Germantown vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 56% less expensive) Germantown vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 54% less expensive) Germantown vs Cartago (Cartago is 65% less expensive) Germantown vs Heredia (Heredia is 55% less expensive) Germantown vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 39% less expensive) Germantown vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 53% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Germantown vs Castries (Castries is 58% less expensive) Germantown vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 57% less expensive)
Jamaica
Germantown vs Kingston (Kingston is 52% less expensive) Germantown vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 72% less expensive) Germantown vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 63% less expensive) Germantown vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 58% less expensive) Germantown vs May Pen (May Pen is 70% less expensive) Germantown vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 65% less expensive) Germantown vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 69% less expensive) Germantown vs Linstead (Linstead is 62% less expensive) Germantown vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 60% less expensive) Germantown vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 59% less expensive)
El Salvador
Germantown vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 57% less expensive) Germantown vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 58% less expensive) Germantown vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 58% less expensive) Germantown vs Apopa (Apopa is 59% less expensive) Germantown vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 57% less expensive) Germantown vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 48% less expensive) Germantown vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 68% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Germantown vs St. John's (St. John's is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs All Saints (All Saints is 61% less expensive)
Grenada
Germantown vs St. George's (St. George's is 62% less expensive) Germantown vs Grenville (Grenville is 62% less expensive)
Dominica
Germantown vs Roseau (Roseau is 64% less expensive) Germantown vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 59% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Germantown vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 65% less expensive) Germantown vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 64% less expensive)
Belize
Germantown vs Belize City (Belize City is 68% less expensive) Germantown vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 61% less expensive) Germantown vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 52% less expensive) Germantown vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 43% less expensive)
Guatemala
Germantown vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 64% less expensive) Germantown vs Mixco (Mixco is 77% less expensive) Germantown vs Coban (Coban is 67% less expensive) Germantown vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 72% less expensive) Germantown vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 67% less expensive) Germantown vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 68% less expensive) Germantown vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 69% less expensive) Germantown vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 69% less expensive) Germantown vs Flores (Flores is 69% less expensive) Germantown vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 71% less expensive)
Honduras
Germantown vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 70% less expensive) Germantown vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 63% less expensive) Germantown vs Choloma (Choloma is 78% less expensive) Germantown vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 77% less expensive) Germantown vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 68% less expensive) Germantown vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 69% less expensive) Germantown vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs Yoro (Yoro is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs La Lima (La Lima is 69% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Germantown vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 71% less expensive) Germantown vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 62% less expensive) Germantown vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 72% less expensive) Germantown vs Higuey (Higuey is 72% less expensive) Germantown vs La Vega (La Vega is 79% less expensive) Germantown vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 70% less expensive) Germantown vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 81% less expensive) Germantown vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 77% less expensive) Germantown vs Bonao (Bonao is 80% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Germantown vs Managua (Managua is 72% less expensive) Germantown vs Leon (Leon is 77% less expensive) Germantown vs Masaya (Masaya is 74% less expensive) Germantown vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 80% less expensive) Germantown vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 77% less expensive) Germantown vs Esteli (Esteli is 79% less expensive) Germantown vs Granada (Granada is 75% less expensive) Germantown vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 84% less expensive) Germantown vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 76% less expensive) Germantown vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 68% less expensive)