Cost Of Living in Hamburg 2025

cost of living chart - average monthly expenditure in Hamburg

Average monthly spending for singles, couples, students, and families in Hamburg

Whether you're living in Hamburg or planning to move there, it is very important to know the cost of living and the prices of things. Here we list the average spending for the four main population groups.

Average Monthly Expenditure

Currency: EUR
420 4,200 63,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$460 $4,600 $68,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Single

Currency: EUR
550 3,900 43,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$600 $4,200 $47,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Couple

Currency: EUR
890 5,800 53,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$960 $6,300 $58,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Family

Currency: EUR
1,400 6,900 69,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,500 $7,400 $74,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Student

Currency: EUR
420 2,700 30,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$460 $2,900 $33,000
The figures displayed here are inclusive of everything: housing, travel, groceries, healthcare, etc.

Singles

The average monthly expense for a single person living in Hamburg is 3,900 EUR. Expenses can range from 550 EUR at the minimum level to 43,000 EUR at the highest end.


Couples

The average monthly spending of couples in Hamburg is 5,800 EUR. Expenditure can range from 890 EUR to 53,000 EUR per month.


Families

The average cost of living for families in Hamburg is 6,900 EUR per month. Families spend anywhere from 1,400 EUR to 69,000 EUR.


Students

The average monthly expenditure for students in Hamburg is 2,700 EUR. Students spend from 420 EUR to 30,000 EUR per month.


Spending behavior can change drastically from one person to another. It is best to consider the minimum, average, and maximum spending together.

Expenditure to Income Ratio in Hamburg

One of the most definite ways to determine how affordable a place is measuring the ratio of expenses to salary. A high expense-to-income to ratio indicates a high cost-of-living index while a low expenditure-to-salary ratio means the place is affordable to live in.

Cost of living and expenditure to income ratio in Hamburg

Spending to Income Ratio

95%

85% to 110%

( expenditure / income ) x 100


Expense to income distribution levels

Spending To Income Ratio% People
< 50%6%
50% - 60%12%
60% - 70%19%
70% - 80%27%
80% - 90%15%
90% - 100%9%
100% - 110%5%
110% - 120%3%
120% - 130%2%
130% - 140%2%
> 140%1%

Interpretation and Analysis

The average spending-to-salary ratio in Hamburg is 95% This means that on average, people spend around 95% of their income for living. According to the distribution table, 19% of the population spend approximately 60% to 70% of their income every month.


How can spending be more than income?

A value higher than 100% means that the expenditure of those people is higher than their income. They are spending more than what they earn. This is possible in two scenarios. They are either borrowing from their savings to survive or they are borrowing from other sources (relatives, friends, banks, etc.). More about this in the debt section.



Individual
88%
Spending-Income-Ratio
78%
99%

Couple
96%
Spending-Income-Ratio
85%
110%

Family
97%
Spending-Income-Ratio
86%
110%
Percentage of people who manage to save money from their income every month in Hamburg

How much money can you save in Hamburg every month?

We asked thousands of people what percentage of their income can they save in a month. Below are the answers.


What percentage of people in Hamburg manage to save money from their income every month?


Saving Money
76%
Not Saving
25%

Almost 76% of the surveyed people in Hamburg said that they can save some money at the end of each month while 25% said that aren't saving anything.


Percentage of people saving money by population group in Hamburg

GroupSaversNon Savers
Singles83%18%
Couples81%19%
Families71%29%

Savings-to-Income Ratio

The savings-to-income ratio is measured as the percentage of income that people save over a specific period and it is simply calculated by dividing the saved money by total income and then multiplying the result by 100. (Savings / Income) x 100.


Savings to income ratio in Hamburg

Saving to Income Ratio

17% 28% of income 41%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

190 EUR
$200
1,900 EUR
$2,000
28,000 EUR
$30,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

For most people, 17% to 41% of their monthly income is what they can allocate to their savings, with 28% being the average. The amount of money that people can save is approximately 1,900 EUR on average with savings ranging from 190 EUR to 28,000 EUR.

83% of surveyed singles reported some of their income going to savings while 81% of couples said the same. 71% of families confirmed their ability to save money.


How much money do people actually save in Hamburg?

The amount of money that people can afford to save depends hugely on their income. It is better to focus on the percentage when trying to understand saving patterns.


Singles

Saving to Income Ratio

21% 33% of income 44%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

180 EUR
$190
1,600 EUR
$1,700
18,000 EUR
$19,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for singles

Saving To Income Ratio% Singles
0% - 10%28%
10% - 20%22%
20% - 30%16%
30% - 40%17%
40% - 50%13%
> 50%4%

Interpretation and Analysis

Singles who can afford to save reported that they allocate from 21% to 44% of their monthly income to savings, with 33% being the average for most singles. The average amount of money that singles are able to save is 1,600 EUR with 180 EUR and 18,000 EUR being the minimum and maximum respectively.


Couples

Saving to Income Ratio

19% 31% of income 44%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

360 EUR
$390
2,400 EUR
$2,600
22,000 EUR
$24,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for couples

Saving To Income Ratio% Couples
0% - 10%32%
10% - 20%24%
20% - 30%19%
30% - 40%12%
40% - 50%10%
> 50%3%

Interpretation and Analysis

Couples who confirmed their ability to save reported saving equivalent to 19% to 44% of their monthly income, with 31% being the average for most couples. The average amount of money that couples can save is 2,400 EUR with 360 EUR and 22,000 EUR being the minimum and maximum respectively.


Families

Saving to Income Ratio

15% 24% of income 36%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

560 EUR
$610
2,800 EUR
$3,000
28,000 EUR
$30,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for families

Saving To Income Ratio% Families
0% - 10%35%
10% - 20%27%
20% - 30%20%
30% - 40%9%
40% - 50%7%
> 50%2%

Interpretation and Analysis

Families in Hamburg can save anywhere between 15% to 36% of their monthly income, with 24% being the average for most families. The average amount of money that families can put aside is 2,800 EUR with 560 EUR and 28,000 EUR being the minimum and maximum respectively.

Reasons that make it difficult for people to save money in Hamburg

Saving Challenges in Hamburg

Reasons that make it difficult for people to save money

We wanted to understand what is stopping people from maximizing their savings in Hamburg. Listed below are the answers given by the survey participants.


Reason% People
Low Income7%
High Expenses10%
Debt and Loans19%
Lack of Budgeting Skills10%
Impulsive Spending9%
Financial Emergencies6%
Living the moment7%
Will do it later16%
Inflation10%
Social Pressure3%
Market Instability3%

Around 7% of the people said that their salary is too low to accommodate a portion for savings while 10% said that the high cost of living leaves little room for savings. 19% of the residents said that they are burdened with debt and find it challenging to save money. 10% reported that they just don't have the knowledge or discipline to create and stick to a budget, leading to overspending and an inability to save. 9% blamed impulsive spending as the reason for saving inability. Around 6% said that unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs are derailing their savings goals. 7% bluntly said that they don't see the purpose of it and prefer to live each day to the fullest. 16% reported that they understand the value of saving but are putting off saving for the future, thinking they have plenty of time to start later. 10% blamed inflation, saying that every time they save some money they end up using it immediately. A surprising 3% said that social pressure and keeping up with peers or social expectations makes them overspend. Lastly, 3% blamed market instability and price fluctuations.

A typical and healthy budgeting structure. The 50-30-20 rule

A typical and healthy budgeting structure

The 50/30/20 rule

Spending among different people can vary significantly based on factors such as their income, lifestyle, location, and personal preferences. A commonly used guideline for budgeting is the 50/30/20 rule, which suggests allocating your income into three main categories in the following percentages.

  • 50% for needs and financial obligations

    This category includes essential expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare.

  • 30% for wants and discretionary spending

    This category covers discretionary spending on non-essential items, such as dining out, entertainment, travel, and other lifestyle choices.

  • 20% for savings and emergency fund

    This is the percentage that must be allocated to savings, emergency funds, and retirement accounts.

About financial planning, money management, and household budgeting

The 50/30/20 rule is used as a general guideline but may not be the best choice for all people. There are in fact many budgeting plans out there like the 70/20/10 and the 60/20/20 rules, all claiming to be the best. More important than all of this is to establish financial discipline by creating a budget tailored to your specific financial goals and situation. It is very important that your financial outflow be less than your income to maintain a healthy cash flow.

Monthly costs and expenses of energy and basic utilities in Hamburg

Utilities expenditure can vary slightly between different areas and locations.


Energy, electricity, water, gas, internet, and mobile cost in Hamburg

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Individual

28 EUR 200 EUR 2,200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$30 $210 $2,400

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Couple

29 EUR 210 EUR 2,400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$32 $230 $2,600

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Family

55 EUR 270 EUR 2,700 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$59 $300 $3,000

Internet and cable cost

26 EUR 53 EUR 70 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$29 $57 $76

Mobile phone bill and charges

17 EUR 28 EUR 83 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$18 $30 $89

Because most utility bills club electricity, water, and gas costs in one bill, we can't provide a breakup for each type of utility and will display electricity, gas, and water as single cost.


The average monthly expenditure for individuals on electricty, water, and gas in Hamburg ranges between 28 EUR and 2,200 EUR with average being 200 EUR, meanwhile the expenditure of couples is slightly higher at 210 EUR with 29 EUR and 2,400 EUR being the upper and lower limits respectively. As expected, the energy and water consumption of families is the highest among the three groups with an average of 270 EUR. The cost of internet and WiFi is unchanged among the three groups and ranges from 26 EUR to 70 EUR with 53 EUR being the average internet bill. Finally, the average monthly mobile charges is around 28 EUR but can range between 17 EUR and 83 EUR depending on consumption. Mobile charges include both calling minutes as well as data packages.


Energy / Utility expense to income ratio


( monthly utility expenses / monthly income ) x 100


1.2% 4.9% of income 9.7%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

The average utility-to-income ratio in Hamburg is around 4.9%. This means that people pay 4.9% of their income for energy, water, internet, and mobile charges. Those figures can range from 1.2% to 9.7% depending on salary and location.

Chart showing the percentage of people who are in debt in Hamburg

Debt, loans, and mortgages in Hamburg


Percentage of people who are in debt


In Debt
27%
Debt Free
73%

According to the survey, 27% of the people in Hamburg have some kind of debt, loan, mortgage, or credit card payments while 73% reported that they don't have financial obligations to banks.


Chart showing debt-to-income ratio in Hamburg

Debt-to-income ratio in Hamburg

Debt to income ratio

26%

17% to 36%

( monthly debt payment / monthly income ) x 100

Interpretation

The debt-to-income ratio measures the percentage of income being paid as debt settlement across the population. It is calculated by dividing the monthly debt settlement payment of an individual by their monthly income. Based on collected data, approximately 26% of the people's monthly income in Hamburg goes to debt settlement.


Debt levels

Monthly debt settlement payment as percentage of monthly income

Debt-to-income ratio% People
> 60%3%
50% - 60%10%
40% - 50%11%
30% - 40%13%
20% - 30%16%
10% - 20%20%
0% - 10%28%

According to our data, 3% of the debtors in Hamburg pay 60%+ of their income as debt settlement while 10% of the people pay 50% to 60% of their income for the same, which is quite an alarming financial situation for those individuals. 11% of people in debt dedicate 40% to 50% of their income to loan and mortgage payments while 13% dedicated 30% to 40% of income for same. Things are looking brighter for 16% of individuals as they only pay 20% to 30% of their income for loan and credit card repayment.


Distribution by type of debt in Hamburg

Debt% People
Real Estate Mortgage14%
Auto Loan24%
Student Loan3%
Credit Card24%
Personal Loan35%

14% of debtors in Hamburg confirm that real estate mortgages constitutes the main part of their outstanding debt while 24% say that credit card payments are the reason they are in debt. Auto loans were the main type of debt for 24% of people and personal loans rose at 35%. Lastly, student loans are the main source of debt for 3% of debtors in Hamburg.


About credit score and debt management

Managing debt is a critical aspect of maintaining a favorable credit score. Debt reduction is the first thing you should do improve your financial situation. Getting rid of debt takes precedence over saving money because of interest rates.

Good debt vs. Bad debt

Not all debt is bad. Good debt typically refers to borrowing money for investments that can increase in value or generate income over time like purchasing a home or acquiring student loans. On the other hand, bad debt involves borrowing for things that fail to generate lasting value like high-interest credit card debt used for non-essential expenses like luxury items or vacations.


Loan Affordability Index in Hamburg

Besides measuring the loan-to-income ratio, we asked residents how many times in a year they defaulted or were unable to pay their due credit card or loan payments on time. Understanding how often people default on their due payments is one of the indicators of the cost of living and economic situation.

Frequency and percentage of people who failed to pay their monthly credit card or loan payments on time last year.

Frequency% People
Never56%
Once a year22%
Twice a year11%
Three times a year8%
Four times a year4%
Where do people choose to put their savings in Hamburg

Typical saving choices for people in Hamburg

Where do people choose to put their savings?


Saving Type% People
Emergency Funds10%
Gold9%
Savings Accounts17%
Retirement Accounts12%
Cash Savings15%
Real Estate10%
Investment6%
Stocks6%
Bonds7%
Mutual Funds3%
Certificates of Deposit3%
Financial literacy and difficulty in budgeting and financial planning in Hamburg

Financial Literacy in

Financial literacy is the knowledge of concepts and principles related to personal finance that allow individuals to make informed decisions regarding their money such as budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing, managing debt, financial risk management, and planning.

Financial Leteracy71%


We asked residents of whether they acquired any adequate personal financial training in their lives. Approximately 29% of the people who participated in the survey said that they are not well informed about the topics of budgeting, saving, etc., and just manage things based on their own experience, while 71% said that they know about the general principles of personal finance from sources other than their own experience.


Difficulty in Budgeting and Financial Planning

We wanted to understand whether residents of have problems or difficulties in managing their expenditures and savings so we asked people one simple question: do you struggle with your personal finances? 28% of the participants reported that they indeed struggle in creating budgets and in organizing their finances while 72% said that they have everything under control.

Struggles with finance28%

Easily manages finances72%

Retirement, pension plans, and life after work in Hamburg

What does the retirement lifestyle look like in Hamburg and how much retirement savings are required?

Retirement age

The retirement age for most employees in is 65 years. Specific retirement ages can vary based on factors like occupation, gender, years of contribution, and location. It is not entirely unlikely for people to retire either before or after this age.

Retirement planning and savings

There are many retirement saving options, some are personally initiated and others are government-sponsered. Regardless of the source of savings, the minimum amount of money that needs to be put aside to ensure a peaceful and comfortable retirement at each age can be found in the table below. This data is largely approximated and can vary drastically based on individual needs and situations. Treat these figures as a general guideline.


The typical saved amount of money you should have at every age as multiples of monthly salary:
AgeAmount
255x monthly salary at age 25
3010x monthly salary at age 30
3515x monthly salary at age 35
4025x monthly salary at age 40
4532x monthly salary at age 45
5048x monthly salary at age 50
5556x monthly salary at age 55
6064x monthly salary at age 60
6578x monthly salary at age 65

The typical average saved amount of money you should have at every age in Hamburg:
AgeAmount
259,500 EUR
3019,000 EUR
3535,000 EUR
4051,000 EUR
4571,000 EUR
50100,000 EUR
55130,000 EUR
60160,000 EUR
65170,000 EUR

Retirement Income Distribution

We asked residents about their retirement income sources and below are the results.

Source% People
Pensions14%
Savings21%
Investments14%
Social Security9%
Annuities9%
Part-time Job9%
Real Estate16%
Dividends and Interest9%

Retirement Monthly Expenses in Hamburg

310 EUR
$340
2,800 EUR
$3,000
31,000 EUR
$34,000
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
Financial goals and targets of people living in Hamburg

Financial goals of people in Hamburg

In an attempt to understand the economic situation in Hamburg, we asked participants about their financial targets. By knowing what the population in general is trying to achieve, we can shed light on the economic outlook, cost of living, and quality of life in general.


Financial Goal% People
Emergency Fund6%
Debt Reduction31%
Retirement Savings7%
Education Funding9%
Homeownership16%
Investing9%
Travel or Lifestyle12%
Healthcare Expenses8%
Financial Independence9%

Around 6% of those who participated in the survey said that their main goal is to establish an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses while 31% said their number one priority is to pay off high-interest debt or loans and improve credit. 7% of surveyed people confirmed that saving for retirement to ensure a comfortable lifestyle in the final years is their main target. Around 9% reported that their priority is saving for the tuition fees and education costs of their children while 16% choose to buy a home or pay off existing mortgage before other things. 9% of the population would like to build wealth through investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or real estate. For 12% of people, saving for vacations or upgrading their lifestyle is the number one concern. Approximately 8% of the residents said that saving for healthcare expenses including insurance premiums is their main goal.

Income and cost of living compatibility. Is it affordable or economical to live in Hamburg

Affordable living in Hamburg

Income and cost of living compatibility

We asked residents one simple question and recorded their answers.

Is it affordable or economical to live in Hamburg?


Yes
76%
No
24%

Around 76% of surveyed residents think that living in Hamburg is affordable with proper budgeting while 24% reported that it is just too expensive and not affordable even with frugality and thriftness.

Emergency Funds

An emergency fund is a financial safety net comprised of easily accessible savings set aside to cover unexpected expenses or financial emergencies, typically amounting to three to six months' worth of living expenses. We asked residents whether they have an emergency fund and the answers were as follows.

Yes73%

No27%


Based on the survey, 27% of the people living in Hamburg said that they don't have an emergency fund while 73% said that they do.

Housing and accommodation affordability, property price to income ratio, rent to income ratio, and housing affordability index chart in Hamburg

Housing costs, accommodation, and housing affordability in Hamburg

Rental costs and house/apartment prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.


Rent Cost in Hamburg

Monthly Rent Prices

Studio apartment monthly rent cost

490 EUR 740 EUR 2,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$530 $800 $2,100

1-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

760 EUR 1,200 EUR 3,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$820 $1,300 $3,300

2-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

1,000 EUR 1,600 EUR 4,200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,100 $1,700 $4,500

3-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

1,300 EUR 2,100 EUR 5,800 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,400 $2,300 $6,300

Furnished apartment monthly rent cost

2,400 EUR 6,100 EUR 12,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2,600 $6,600 $13,000

Townhouse monthly rent cost

2,000 EUR 3,000 EUR 8,500 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2,100 $3,200 $9,200

House monthly rent cost

2,400 EUR 6,100 EUR 12,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2,600 $6,600 $13,000

Villa monthly rent cost

3,000 EUR 7,400 EUR 12,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$3,200 $8,000 $13,000

The monthly rental cost of a studio apartment in Hamburg ranges between 490 EUR and 2,000 EUR, meanwhile the cost of monthly rental of a one-bedroom apartment can be anywhere from 760 EUR to 3,000 EUR. Two-bedroom rentals rate ranges between 1,000 EUR and 4,200 EUR per month. The monthly rental for a three-bedroom apartment ranges from 1,300 EUR to 5,800 EUR. The average rent of a townhouse in Hamburg is around 3,000 EUR while house rental costs can be as high as 6,100 EUR per month. Finally, if you want to rent a villa, expect to pay anywhere from 3,000 EUR to 12,000 EUR per month.



Apartment and house prices in Hamburg

Cost of buying a property

Studio apartment price

100,000 EUR 160,000 EUR 310,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$110,000 $170,000 $340,000

1-bedroom apartment price

130,000 EUR 210,000 EUR 800,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$140,000 $230,000 $870,000

2-bedroom apartment price

200,000 EUR 590,000 EUR 1.2M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$210,000 $640,000 $1.3M

3-bedroom apartment price

680,000 EUR 1M EUR 3M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$730,000 $1.1M $3.3M

Townhouse price

900,000 EUR 2.1M EUR 7.9M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$970,000 $2.3M $8.5M

House price

1.1M EUR 6.5M EUR 9.2M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.2M $7M $10M

Villa price

1.3M EUR 7.1M EUR 11M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.4M $7.8M $12M

The average price of a studio apartment in Hamburg can range from 100,000 EUR to 310,000 EUR depending on location. One bedroom cost can be anywhere from 130,000 EUR to 800,000 EUR. A villa can cost you 7.1M EUR on average with prices ranging from 1.3M EUR to 11M EUR.


If you're leasing or purchasing, housing costs in Hamburg will probably constitute your biggest expenditure, yet it's an area where you wield considerable influence. This is due to the substantial variance in housing prices across communities. Keep in mind the location of your workplace and the accessibility of essential amenities to prevent negating the savings from lower rental rates with increased transportation expenses.

House / apartment prices to income ratio


Property price to income ratio

( average property price / average monthly income ) x 100


68 x200 monthly income 321
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Property prices in Hamburg can be x200 to x321 multiples of the monthly income depending on the property and the income of the person. On average, property prices are approximately x200 multiples of the average monthly salary in Hamburg.



Rent to income ratio


Rent to income ratio

( monthly rental / monthly income ) x 100


30% 43% of income 55%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

The average rent-to-income ratio in Hamburg is around 43%. This means that people pay 43% of their income for rent. Those figures can range from 30% to 55% depending on the salary, location, and type of property.


The housing-to-income ratio is a very important metric to evaluate and measure how affordable living is in a particular area, city, or country since housing comprises the biggest chunk of expenditure. A higher housing to income ratio means that the place is relatively expensive. The figure by itself does tell much. It only starts to make sense when comparing the housing to income ratio across different locations.

Housing affordability index

The housing affordability index measures how affordable accommodation is in a particular place. This can measured in multiple ways, the most common being housing expenditure to total expenditure ratio and the rent to income ratio. The housing expenditure ratio is a figure reported by individuals on the percentage they allocate for housing. Rent to income ratio is calculated by dividing the average monthly rent by the average income. Because these values are both percentages, we can find their average and get the best of the two worlds.

Housing Affordability Index
32%

Property Taxes

Real estate owners pay property taxes to local tax authorities, which are determined by the assessed value of their property. Typically, these taxes are paid once a year. Property tax funds contribute to community development, financing infrastructure improvements, public services, and local education initiatives.


FROM
2.4%
AVERAGE
3.4%
TO
4.4%

Home Maintenance Costs

Home maintenance costs encompass various expenses associated with the upkeep and repair of a residence. These expenditures include regular tasks such as lawn care, pest control, and HVAC system servicing, as well as occasional repairs and renovations like fixing leaks, painting, or replacing appliances.


8.4 EUR 84 EUR 1,300 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

Urban vs. rural living costs

Urban living typically entails higher housing and transportation costs due to demand and limited space, while rural areas generally offer lower housing expenses but may have higher prices for goods and services. The differnce in rental rates between urban areas and rural areas can be as high as 300% in some cases.

Food Prices, Dining Expenses, and Grocery Costs in Hamburg

Grocery / Food expenditure and prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.


Prices and cost of goods and services in Hamburg

Dining out, food, and beverages costs. Price variations for common food items.

Fast food combo meal price

5 EUR 10 EUR 17 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$5.4 $11 $18

The average price of a regular combo meal at a fast food outlet or chain like McDonald's, Pizzahut, or KFC in Hamburg is approximatly 10 EUR with meal cost ranging from 5 EUR to 17 EUR. The typical combo meal consists of a burger, french fries, and a drink.

Restaurant meal for one price

17 EUR 26 EUR 52 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$19 $28 $57

If you are planning to have a nice meal at a mid-range restaurant, expect to pay anywhere between 17 EUR and 52 EUR with 26 EUR being the average price of a plate for one person at a regular restaurant in Hamburg.

Fine dining meal for one price

33 EUR 50 EUR 200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$36 $54 $220

The price range of a meal at fine-dining restaurant is 33 EUR to 200 EUR with the average cost being 50 EUR for one person. This is what you would expect to pay a top-tier diner in Hamburg.

Beverage prices, cappuccino, latte etc..

4.3 EUR 6.9 EUR 10 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$4.7 $7.5 $11

The average price of a regular beverage like cappuccino or latte at Starbucks, Costa, or similar coffee shops and cafes in Hamburg is around 6.9 EUR. Price ranges between 4.3 EUR and 10 EUR depending on the type of beverage, the size, and optional add-ons.



Grocery and market costs

Large bottle of milk price

3.5 EUR 4.2 EUR 5.2 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$3.8 $4.5 $5.7

The average price of a large bottle of milk in Hamburg is 4.2 EUR. The maximum what you would pay for milk is 5.2 EUR and the minimum being 3.5 EUR depending on the brand of milk and other properties.

12 eggs price

2.5 EUR 3.3 EUR 5 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.7 $3.6 $5.4

A dozen eggs costs around 3.3 EUR on average with 2.5 EUR and 5 EUR being the lower and upper limits respectively.

Fresh whole chicken price

6 EUR 7.8 EUR 11 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$6.5 $8.4 $12

The price range of a fresh whole chicken in Hamburg is between 6 EUR and 11 EUR depending on the size of the chicken and whether it is oraganic or not. The average price is approximatly 7.8 EUR.

Pack of beef price

7.3 EUR 11 EUR 22 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$7.9 $12 $24

The price of a regular pack of beef or meat is around 11 EUR. A pack of beef contains around 1Kg or 1lb depending on packing.

Medium bag of rice price

2.6 EUR 3.6 EUR 5.1 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.8 $3.9 $5.5

A bag of rice in Hamburg costs around 3.6 EUR on average with prices rangeing between 2.6 EUR and 5.1 EUR depending on the brand and quality.

Bag of tomatos price

1 EUR 1.3 EUR 2.5 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.1 $1.4 $2.7

A bag of tomatoes costs anywhere from 1 EUR to 2.5 EUR. A bag of tomatoes denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.

Bag of apples price

1.8 EUR 2.4 EUR 3.9 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2 $2.6 $4.3

A bag of apples costs 2.4 EUR on average. A bag of apples denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.


Grocery and food expenditure to income ratio


( monthly grocery expenses / monthly income ) x 100


20% 30% of income 37%
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM

The average grocery-to-income ratio in Hamburg is around 30%. This means that people spend 30% of their income on grocery and basic household items. The expenditure can range from 20% to 37% depending on salary and location.


Expenditure on food and grocery for every population group

A single person living alone spends approximately 560 EUR per month on grocery and food with expenditure fluctuating between 79 EUR and 6,200 EUR depending on location and the type of person. The average cost of food and groceries for a couple is around 700 EUR per month. That number can be get as low as 110 EUR or a high as 6,500 EUR. Families' spending on grocery ranges from 210 EUR to 10,000 EUR with the location, income, and size of the family being the most determinite factors.

How easily is cost-cutting. Are there plenty of low-cost options in Hamburg

Low-cost alternatives in Hamburg

People are always looking for ways to cut down expenses and reduce expenditures. The hallmark of any affordable place is the availability of discount stores, bargain deals, smart or secondhand shopping, refurbished items, and couponing. We asked residents how easily cost-cutting is and the answers were distributed as follows:

Plenty of low-cost options61%

Few low-cost options39%


Based on the survey, 61% of the people living in Hamburg have no problem finding low-cost alternatives to support a frugal lifestyle while 39% think that thriftness is difficult due to scarcity in discount markets and secondhand outlets.

Prices and cost of goods and services in Hamburg

Chart showing the prices and cost of grocery, food, restaurant meals, market, and beverages in Hamburg

Dining, food, and beverages costs


Fast food combo meal

5 EUR 10 EUR 17 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$5.4 $11 $18

Restaurant meal for one

17 EUR 26 EUR 52 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$19 $28 $57

Fine dining meal for one

33 EUR 50 EUR 200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$36 $54 $220

Cappuccino or latte

4.3 EUR 6.9 EUR 10 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$4.7 $7.5 $11

Grocery and market costs


Milk large bottle

3.5 EUR 4.2 EUR 5.2 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$3.8 $4.5 $5.7

12 eggs

2.5 EUR 3.3 EUR 5 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.7 $3.6 $5.4

Fresh whole chicken

6 EUR 7.8 EUR 11 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$6.5 $8.4 $12

Pack of beef

7.3 EUR 11 EUR 22 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$7.9 $12 $24

Medium bag of rice

2.6 EUR 3.6 EUR 5.1 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2.8 $3.9 $5.5

Bag of tomatos

1 EUR 1.3 EUR 2.5 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1.1 $1.4 $2.7

Bag of apples

1.8 EUR 2.4 EUR 3.9 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$2 $2.6 $4.3
Chart showing the prices and cost of commute, travel, and transportation in Hamburg

Commute, travel, and transportation costs


20 minutes taxi ride

4.4 EUR 5.3 EUR 11 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$4.8 $5.7 $11

Average car full tank

25 EUR 33 EUR 67 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$27 $36 $72

Average car 1-day rental

23 EUR 31 EUR 46 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$25 $33 $50

Average car price

12,000 EUR 24,000 EUR 32,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$13,000 $26,000 $34,000

Bus ticket one way

0.79 EUR 1.2 EUR 2.4 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$0.85 $1.3 $2.6

Car Service

32 EUR 48 EUR 97 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$35 $53 $110
Chart showing the prices and cost of utility, energy, water, and gas in Hamburg

Utility cost (monthly)


Utility Bill - Individual

28 EUR 200 EUR 2,200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$30 $210 $2,400

Utility Bill - Couple

29 EUR 210 EUR 2,400 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$32 $230 $2,600

Utility Bill - Family

55 EUR 270 EUR 2,700 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$59 $300 $3,000

Internet and cable

26 EUR 53 EUR 70 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$29 $57 $76

Mobile phone charges

17 EUR 28 EUR 83 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$18 $30 $89

Leisure and activities costs


Movie ticket

11 EUR 14 EUR 22 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$12 $16 $24

One month gym membership

41 EUR 51 EUR 100 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$44 $56 $110
Chart showing the prices and cost of clothing and accessories in Hamburg

Cloths and accessories costs


Pair of jeans or pants

31 EUR 44 EUR 66 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$34 $48 $71

Woman dress

30 EUR 42 EUR 140 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$33 $45 $150

Woman shoes

26 EUR 36 EUR 83 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$28 $39 $90

Men's shoes

23 EUR 28 EUR 57 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$25 $31 $62

Men suit

26 EUR 33 EUR 180 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$29 $36 $190

Regular t-shirt

14 EUR 18 EUR 54 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$15 $20 $59
Chart showing the prices and cost of housing, accommodation, and rent in Hamburg

Housing costs / monthly rent


Studio apartment

490 EUR 740 EUR 2,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$530 $800 $2,100

1-bedroom apartment

760 EUR 1,200 EUR 3,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$820 $1,300 $3,300

2-bedroom apartment

1,000 EUR 1,600 EUR 4,200 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$1,100 $1,700 $4,500

Housing costs / Buying


Studio apartment

100,000 EUR 160,000 EUR 310,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$110,000 $170,000 $340,000

1-bedroom apartment

130,000 EUR 210,000 EUR 800,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$140,000 $230,000 $870,000

2-bedroom apartment

200,000 EUR 590,000 EUR 1.2M EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$210,000 $640,000 $1.3M
Chart showing the prices and cost of furniture in Hamburg

Furniture Costs


King Size Bed

490 EUR 620 EUR 820 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$530 $670 $890

Double Bed

340 EUR 510 EUR 630 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$370 $550 $690

Single Bed

310 EUR 400 EUR 520 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$330 $440 $570

Living Room

600 EUR 770 EUR 2,700 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$650 $830 $2,900

Dining Table

250 EUR 330 EUR 620 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$270 $360 $670

Sofa or Couch

340 EUR 460 EUR 1,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$370 $500 $1,100
Chart showing the prices and cost of electronic devices and appliances in Hamburg

Electronics and House Appliance Costs


TV Set

340 EUR 510 EUR 1,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$370 $550 $1,100

Fridge or Freezer

310 EUR 480 EUR 660 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$330 $520 $710

Washing Machine

370 EUR 540 EUR 960 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$400 $580 $1,000

Stove or Cooker

350 EUR 450 EUR 620 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$380 $490 $670

Mobile Phone

420 EUR 510 EUR 730 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$460 $550 $790

Laptop or Computer

480 EUR 580 EUR 1,000 EUR
MINIMUM AVERAGE MAXIMUM
$520 $630 $1,100
Distribution of monthly cost of living expenses in Hamburg

How do people spend their money in Hamburg?

We asked thousands of people about their spending habits and expenditure breaks. Below are their answers.

The percentage figures in this section are percentages of total spending not income. If you would like to see the percentage of expenses as related to income or salary, see other sections.

Housing Expenditure27%

27% of total expenses on average (16% to 35%)

LOW$140   130 EUR
AVERAGE$1,400   1,300 EUR
HIGH$21,000   19,000 EUR
Per Month

People living in Hamburg typically spend from 16% to 35% of their total monthly expenditure on housing with 27% being the average. The average spend on housing is 1,300 EUR with expenditure ranging from 130 EUR to 19,000 EUR. This cost mainly goes for rent but it also includes other accommodation-related expenses. Housing costs are highest for families and lowest for students as expected.

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, Mobile6%

6% of total expenses on average (3% to 10%)

LOW$20   18 EUR
AVERAGE$200   180 EUR
HIGH$3,000   2,700 EUR
Per Month

Utility expenditure like electricity, water, and gas in Hamburg ranges from 3% to 10% of total expenses with 6% being the average. The average monthly cost of utilities is 180 EUR with 18 EUR and 2,700 EUR being the upper and lower limits.

Transport, Fuel, Commute9%

9% of total expenses on average (4% to 13%)

LOW$43   40 EUR
AVERAGE$430   400 EUR
HIGH$6,500   6,000 EUR
Per Month

Fuel consumption and cost of transport depend heavily on whether you live near your work or school, but roughly speaking you would expect to spend from 40 EUR to 6,000 EUR on commuting with 400 EUR being the norm for most people in one month. This means that money spent on transport constitutes about 9% of total spending on average but can go as low as 4% or as high as 13%.

Food and Groceries Cost26%

26% of total expenses on average (18% to 32%)

LOW$100   97 EUR
AVERAGE$1,000   970 EUR
HIGH$16,000   14,000 EUR
Per Month

The average outlay on groceries in a month in Hamburg is 970 EUR. The cost of groceries can range between 97 EUR to 14,000 EUR. People spend on average about 26% on food and groceries with upper and lower bounds of 18% and 32% respectively.

Healthcare and Medical Services8%

8% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)

LOW$25   23 EUR
AVERAGE$250   230 EUR
HIGH$3,800   3,500 EUR
Per Month

People in Hamburg allocate 3% to 11% of their total monthly expenditure to healthcare including health insurance and out-of-pocket medical expenses. The average spending is around 8%. The range of medical expenses range from 23 EUR to 3,500 EUR with 230 EUR being the norm.

Leisure and Shopping6%

6% of total expenses on average (3% to 10%)

LOW$17   15 EUR
AVERAGE$170   150 EUR
HIGH$2,500   2,300 EUR
Per Month

This category mostly contains discretionary or non-essential expenses but also some non-discretionary spending like furniture for example. The monthly expenses range from 15 EUR to 2,300 EUR with 150 EUR being the average. Speaking of percentages, that equates to 3% to 10% of total expenses with an average of 6% for most residents.

Education and Schooling6%

6% of total expenses on average (4% to 12%)

LOW$25   23 EUR
AVERAGE$250   230 EUR
HIGH$3,800   3,500 EUR
Per Month

Spending on education can vary drastically between different people. While working singles can spend 0% on education, families and students' expenditure can reach up to 22%. On average, education constitutes 6% of the monthly expenditure with 4% and 12% being the lower and upper bounds respectively. The average reported education cost is 230 EUR per month with 23 EUR being the minimum spent amount and 3,500 EUR being the maximum.

Other Expenses12%

12% of total expenses on average (7% to 19%)

LOW$58   53 EUR
AVERAGE$580   530 EUR
HIGH$8,600   8,000 EUR
Per Month

Cost of living comparison by city

#1 Nurnberg

The average cost of living in Nurnberg is 2,000 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Nurnberg is ranked first in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#2 Hannover

The average cost of living in Hannover is 2,100 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Hannover is ranked second in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#3 Dresden

The average cost of living in Dresden is 2,300 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Dresden is ranked third in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#4 Leipzig

The average cost of living in Leipzig is 2,400 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Leipzig is ranked fourth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#5 Dortmund

The average cost of living in Dortmund is 2,600 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Dortmund is ranked fifth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#6 Bremen

The average cost of living in Bremen is 2,800 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Bremen is ranked sixth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#7 Essen

The average cost of living in Essen is 2,900 EUR, which is 50% less than the country average. Essen is ranked seventh in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#8 Stuttgart

The average cost of living in Stuttgart is 3,100 EUR, which is 25% less than the country average. Stuttgart is ranked eighth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#9 Dusseldorf

The average cost of living in Dusseldorf is 3,300 EUR, which is 25% less than the country average. Dusseldorf is ranked ninth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#10 Frankfurt

The average cost of living in Frankfurt is 3,500 EUR, which is 25% less than the country average. Frankfurt is ranked tenth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#11 Koln

The average cost of living in Koln is 3,700 EUR, which is 25% less than the country average. Koln is ranked eleventh in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#12 Munchen

The average cost of living in Munchen is 4,000 EUR, which is same as the country average. Munchen is ranked twelfth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#13 Hamburg

The average cost of living in Hamburg is 4,200 EUR, which is same as the country average. Hamburg is ranked thirteenth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


#14 Berlin

The average cost of living in Berlin is 4,500 EUR, which is same as the country average. Berlin is ranked fourteenth in Germany in terms of expendenture and cost of living.


Published: September 2, 2024   Last Update: May 19, 2025



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