How Much Does It Actually Cost to Live in Germany as a Student?

Most international students in this estimator land between about €820 and €1,185 a month depending on the city — rent is the biggest swing factor, with Munich running well above places like Leipzig or Magdeburg.

22 cities available, sorted by rent (high → low).

📍 Note: Rent is the average for a WG (shared flat) room. Studio apartments typically cost 40–60% more.

Select a city to see the monthly cost breakdown.

What's usually in the budget

  • Rent (shared flat/WG or student dorm): the single biggest line item, and the one that varies most by city
  • Statutory student health insurance: about €120/month in this estimator
  • Semester ticket (public transport): about €30–€35/month in this estimator, or a Deutschlandticket if your university does not bundle one
  • Food, phone, incidentals: the rest

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