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Cities/Cologne

Cologne

Germany

A friendly Rhineland city famous for its towering Gothic cathedral, vibrant carnival celebrations, and the distinctive local Kölsch beer culture.

Population: 1.1M
Avg Income: $ 54K/yr
Avg. Temp: 10°C
Area: 405 km²
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57
Average

#98 of 250

14% above average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 2 169

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 1 176

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 72

per month

Restaurants

$ 287

per month

Transportation

$ 135

per month

Utilities

$ 324

per month

Entertainment

$ 96

per month

Healthcare

$ 48

per month

Clothing

$ 32

per month